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Example 3 Dividing Mixed Numbers SOLUTION Multiply. = – 38 –, or

Example 4 Simplify an Expression with Fractions = Evaluate power = Multiply the fractions in the numerator. 2

Example 4 Simplify an Expression with Fractions Multiply = Rewrite as a product. Divide out common factor =

Guided Practice Find the quotient. Simplify if possible. for Examples 3 and or ANSWER 6. 4÷ – 7÷ ÷ – ÷ ANSWER 3 6– – or –

Guided Practice for Examples 3 and Simplify the expression ANSWER 50 9