Dividing Mixed Numbers by 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 1/2.

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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 1/2 = (1*2 + 1)/2 = 3/2.

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What is the first step in dividing mixed numbers?

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Convert both mixed numbers to improper fractions.

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How do you divide fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction. For example, a/b ÷ c/d = a/b × d/c.

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What is 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 2/3 is 3/2.

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What is 3 ÷ 2/5?

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7 1/2.

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What is 5/9 divided by 10?

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1/18.

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What is 6 ÷ ⅓?

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18.

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What is 1 ½ ÷ ½?

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3.

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What is 2 ¼ ÷ 4 ⅕?

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15/28.