Fraction Division With Mixed Numbers Opposite of Multiplication
Let’s Review From Yesterday…
The opposite number: Invert Called the reciprocal
To Divide Invert (Flip) the second fraction Multiply
Steps Change Whole numbers and mixed numbers to improper fractions Invert (flip) the second fraction (the divisor) and multiply Cross cancel if you can Multiply numerator by numerator and denominator by denominator.
Let’s Look at an Example Using Mixed Numbers
Now, You Try:
Don’t forget to show your work! What is 5 1/3 ÷ 2/3 ? Don’t forget to show your work!
What is 5 1/3 ÷ 2/3 ?
What is ? There’s no bones about it; This stuff is easy!
What is ?
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