Dividing Mixed Numbers

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as 1 2/3.

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the original denominator. For example, 1 2/3 becomes (1*3 + 2)/3 = 5/3.

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What is the first step in dividing mixed numbers?

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Convert each mixed number to an improper fraction.

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What is the rule for dividing fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

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How do you find the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator. For example, the reciprocal of 3/4 is 4/3.

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1, because any number multiplied by its reciprocal equals 1.

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12, because dividing by a fraction is the same as multiplying by its reciprocal.

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2, because dividing fractions involves multiplying by the reciprocal.