Dividing Mixed Numbers by Fractions by Multiplying by the Reciprocal

The video tutorial explains how to divide mixed numbers by fractions using the concept of multiplying by the reciprocal. It provides examples, such as dividing wood and chocolate, to illustrate the process. The tutorial emphasizes using models and strategies like breaking apart numbers and converting mixed numbers to improper fractions to simplify calculations.

What is the process to divide mixed numbers by fractions?

How can we find out how many groups of a fraction are in a mixed number?

What is the reciprocal of 1/4, and how is it used in division?

If a carpenter has 1 and 3/4 yards of wood and cuts it into pieces of 1/2 yard, how many pieces can he make?

Explain how to use the break it apart strategy to multiply mixed numbers.

What is the improper fraction equivalent of 1 and 3/4?

How many packages of chocolate can Rashae make if she has 1 and 1/8 pounds and splits it into 1/4 pound packages?