Dividing Mixed Numbers and Fractions Explained

In this video, Mr. J explains how to divide mixed numbers and fractions through two examples. The first example involves dividing a mixed number by a fraction, while the second example covers dividing a fraction by a mixed number. The video demonstrates the steps of converting mixed numbers to improper fractions, using the keep-switch-flip method, and simplifying the results. Mr. J also highlights the importance of checking for cancellation opportunities to simplify calculations. The video concludes with a summary of the division process.

What is the first step in dividing mixed numbers and fractions?

• Convert mixed numbers to improper fractions

• Subtract the fractions

• Multiply the fractions

• Add the fractions

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

• Subtract the numerator from the whole number

• Multiply the numerator by the denominator

• Add the whole number to the numerator

• Multiply the whole number by the denominator and add the numerator

What is the next step after converting mixed numbers to improper fractions?

• Keep the first fraction, switch to multiplication, and flip the second fraction

• Divide the fractions

• Subtract the fractions

• Add the fractions

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What is the result of multiplying 23 by 4?

• 92

• 27

• 46

• 115

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

• Multiply the numerator by the denominator

• Divide the numerator by the denominator

• Subtract the numerator from the denominator

• Add the numerator to the denominator

What is the first step in solving a fraction divided by a mixed number?

• Subtract the fractions

• Add the fractions

• Multiply the fractions

• Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

What is the result of multiplying 4 by 2?

• 6

• 12

• 8

• 10

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What is the common factor between 6 and 9?

• 3

• 4

• 2

• 5

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What is the simplified form of 24 over 153?

• 6 over 51

• 8 over 51

• 12 over 51

• 4 over 51

What is the greatest common factor of 24 and 153?

• 3

• 4

• 2

• 5