Mixed Fractions and Remainders

The video tutorial introduces a shortcut for converting improper fractions to mixed fractions. It explains the process using several examples: 7/2, 9/4, 15/7, and 48/9. The method involves placing the numerator inside a division symbol, referred to as the 'doghouse', and the denominator outside. The tutorial demonstrates how to find the closest multiple, perform subtraction, and rearrange numbers to form a mixed fraction. The video concludes with a prompt to subscribe for more math tutorials.

What is an improper fraction?

• A fraction where the numerator and denominator are equal

• A fraction where the numerator is larger than the denominator

• A fraction with a numerator of zero

• A fraction where the numerator is smaller than the denominator

In the shortcut method, where do you place the numerator?

• On the outside

• At the bottom

• In the doghouse

• On top

What is the mixed fraction form of 7/2 using the shortcut method?

• 2 and 1/2

• 3 and 1/2

• 2 and 3/4

• 3 and 2/3

When converting 9/4, what is the whole number part of the mixed fraction?

• 3

• 2

• 4

• 1

What is the remainder when 9 is divided by 4 in the shortcut method?

• 3

• 0

• 1

• 2

For the fraction 15/7, what is the whole number part of the mixed fraction?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

What is the remainder when 15 is divided by 7?

• 3

• 2

• 1

• 0

In the example of 48/9, what is the whole number part of the mixed fraction?

• 7

• 4

• 5

• 6

What is the remainder when 48 is divided by 9?

• 3

• 2

• 4

• 5

What is the simplified form of the fraction 3/9?

• 1/4

• 1/2

• 1/5

• 1/3