Complex Fractions and Unit Rates
6 8 Complex Fraction – A fraction where the Numerator, Denominator, or both contain fractions. 18 % 2 5
To simplify complex fractions Rewrite as a division problem. Ex1) 8 = = 8 1 = Ex2) 6 === 2 1 = 8 Ex3) 18 % 2 5 = = ÷ X ==
Ex4) == = = Ex5) The oak tree grew ft in 8 years. How much did it grow in 1 year? 8 == = 4 1
Essential Question What is a complex fraction?
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Complex Fraction – A fraction where the Numerator, Denominator, or both contain fractions.
To simplify complex fractions Rewrite as a division problem. Ex1) Ex2) Ex3)
Ex4) Ex5) The oak tree grew ft in 8 years. How much did it grow in 1 year?
Essential Question What is a complex fraction?