1. Complex Fractions and Unit Rate

2. Fractions like
are called complex fractions. Complex fractions are fractions with a numerator, denominator, or both that are also fractions. Complex fractions are simplified when both the numerator and denominator are integers.

3. Fractions can also be written as a division problem. So. . .
! Remember !
Fractions can also be written as a division problem. So. . .
1 4
is the same as 1 4

4. Division of fractions involves multiplying by the reciprocal. . .
! Remember !
Division of fractions involves multiplying by the reciprocal. . .
1 4 ÷ 2 5
1 4 × 5 2
is the same as
1 4 × 5 2 = 5 8

13. A.
Step 1:
2 1 ÷ 2 3
2 2 3
Step 2:
2 1 × 3 2
Now you complete the problem . . .

14. B.
6 1 3

15. C.
2 3 7

16. D.

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