Dividing Mixed Numbers
6th Grade•55 minutes
Learning Objective
I can divide mixed numbers by converting them to improper fractions.
Key Concepts
When dividing mixed numbers, the first step is to change them to improper fractions.
The rule for dividing fractions is: keep, switch, and flip.
After dividing and getting an improper fraction as an answer, you must convert it back to a mixed number and see if the fractional part can be simplified.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 12 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. What is the first step when dividing mixed numbers?
2. Explain the 'keep, switch, flip' rule in your own words.
3. Solve: 2 and 1/4 divided by 1 and 1/3. Express your answer as a simplified mixed number.
...and 9 more questions
Educational Video
Dividing Mixed Numbers | Step by Step | Math with Mr. J
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