Dividing Fractions and Mixed Numbers

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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How do you divide fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as 1 1/2.

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator.

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What does 'Keep, Change, Flip' mean in dividing fractions?

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It means to keep the first fraction, change the division sign to multiplication, and flip the second fraction.

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What is 1 1/5 as an improper fraction?

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1 1/5 = 6/5.

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What is 5 1/4 as an improper fraction?

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5 1/4 = 21/4.

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How do you simplify the fraction 8/32?

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Divide both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor, which is 8. So, 8/32 simplifies to 1/4.

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What is the result of 2/5 ÷ 3/4?

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2/5 ÷ 3/4 = 2/5 × 4/3 = 8/15.