Order of Operations with Rational Numbers Explained

What is the first step in the order of operations?

• Multiply and divide

• Add and subtract

• Combine all grouping symbols

• Calculate exponents and roots

Which operation is prioritized directly after handling grouping symbols?

• Exponents and roots

• Addition and subtraction

• Multiplication and division

• None of the above

In the given example, which operation is performed first inside the brackets?

• Division

• Multiplication

• Addition

• Subtraction

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

• Divide the numerator by the denominator

• Subtract the numerator from the whole number

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

• Add the numerator to the denominator

What is the purpose of finding a common denominator in fractions?

• To simplify the subtraction process

• To simplify the addition process

• To make multiplication easier

• Both A and B

In simplifying expressions, what should you do after converting to improper fractions?

• Multiply across

• Find a common denominator

• Combine like terms

• Reduce the fraction

What does the fraction bar symbolize in the second example?

• Addition

• Division

• Subtraction

• Multiplication

How do you simplify the division of fractions?

• None of the above

• Subtract the denominators

• Add the numerators

• Multiply by the reciprocal

What is the result of multiplying 2/15 by 8/1?

• 1/120

• 1/15

• 16/120

• 16/15

What is the final step in simplifying the expression in the second example?

• Divide the fractions

• Multiply the fractions

• Subtract the fractions

• Add the fractions