Dividing Improper Fractions and Mixed Numbers

In this video, Mr. Jay explains how to divide improper fractions using the 'keep, switch, flip' method. He demonstrates the process with an example, dividing 8/3 by 11/5, and shows how to convert the result into a mixed number. The video emphasizes that the same steps used for proper fractions apply to improper fractions. Mr. Jay concludes with a recap of the conversion process and encourages viewers not to be intimidated by improper fractions.

What is the first step in dividing improper fractions?

• Subtract the fractions

• Keep the first fraction

• Add the fractions

• Multiply the fractions

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2C

In the example problem, what operation do we switch to after keeping the first fraction?

• Addition

• Subtraction

• Multiplication

• Division

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

What is the result of multiplying the numerators in the example problem?

• 33

• 55

• 40

• 88

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

• Add the numerator and denominator

• Divide the numerator by the denominator

• Subtract the denominator from the numerator

• Multiply the numerator by the denominator

What is the whole number part of the mixed number in the example?

• 3

• 2

• 0

• 1

What is the remainder when converting 40/33 to a mixed number?

• 5

• 6

• 7

• 8

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CCSS.3.G.A.2

What is the denominator of the fractional part in the mixed number?

• 7

• 33

• 11

• 40

What is the only common factor between 7 and 33?

• 1

• 11

• 3

• 7

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

What is the final mixed number result of the example problem?

• 1 and 5/33

• 1 and 6/33

• 1 and 8/33

• 1 and 7/33

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

What method is used to divide improper fractions?

• Add, Subtract, Multiply

• Keep, Switch, Flip

• Subtract, Add, Flip

• Multiply, Divide, Add

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1