Mastering Order of Operations with Fractions

The video tutorial explains how to simplify a mathematical expression using the order of operations. It begins with finding a common denominator for fractions, specifically focusing on the least common multiple. The tutorial then demonstrates how to simplify fractions and divide them by multiplying with the reciprocal. Finally, it shows how to simplify the expression to its simplest form, resulting in a fraction of 3/11. The video concludes with helpful tips for simplifying expressions.

What is the first step in evaluating or simplifying an expression?

• Simplify within the parentheses

• Add all terms

• Divide all terms

• Multiply all terms

What must be obtained to add or subtract fractions?

• A common numerator

• A common denominator

• A common factor

• A common multiple

What is the least common multiple of 3 and 6?

• 9

• 12

• 6

• 3

How do you convert one-third to a fraction with a denominator of 6?

• Add 3 to the numerator

• Subtract 1 from the denominator

• Multiply the numerator and denominator by 2

• Multiply the numerator and denominator by 3

What is the result of 2/6 minus 1/6?

• 1/2

• 1/6

• 1/12

• 1/3

What is dividing by a fraction equivalent to?

• Dividing by the reciprocal

• Subtracting the reciprocal

• Adding the reciprocal

• Multiplying by the reciprocal

How do you write the quotient of 1/6 divided by 11/18?

• 1/6 times 18/11

• 1/6 times 11/18

• 1/6 divided by 11/18

• 1/6 divided by 18/11

What is the simplified form of 18 divided by 6?

• 1

• 2

• 6

• 3

What is the product of 1 x 3?

• 3

• 2

• 1

• 4

What is the final simplified form of the given expression?

• 1/6

• 1/11

• 3/11

• 3/6