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 2 1/2.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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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 the result over the original denominator. For example, 2 1/2 = (2*2 + 1)/2 = 5/2.

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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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How do you divide fractions?

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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Divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common factor (GCF).

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What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

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The GCF is the largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder.

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The result is 9 1/2.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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The result is 1 4/5.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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The result is 9 3/4.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.4B

CCSS.4.NF.B.4C