Dividing Mixed Numbers and Fractions: Solving Real Life Problems with Picture Models

This video tutorial teaches how to solve division word problems involving mixed numbers and fractions using picture models. It emphasizes understanding the problem, choosing the correct operation, and verifying if the answer makes sense. Two example problems are provided: one involving a relay race and another with ribbon for hair bows. The lesson concludes with a review of solving word problems with mixed numbers and fractions.

What is a common mistake when solving word problems involving division?

• Choosing the correct operation

• Understanding the problem clearly

• Checking the reasonableness of the answer

• Using picture models

How can you verify if your answer to a word problem is reasonable?

• By checking if the answer is a whole number

• By comparing it to a similar problem

• By using a calculator

• By asking if the answer makes sense

In the relay race example, how many times around the track is the race?

• 1 time

• 1 and 1/2 times

• 2 times

• 2 and 1/2 times

How many runners are needed if each runs half a lap in a 1 and 1/2 lap race?

• 3 runners

• 5 runners

• 4 runners

• 2 runners

How many hair bows can Mary Lou make from 2 and 2/3 yards of ribbon if each bow requires 2/3 of a yard?

• 5 bows

• 6 bows

• 4 bows

• 3 bows