no not really if your just doing it but if it for school and for a grade you should do both just to be sure.
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∙ 13y agowhat is the definition for dividing mixed numbers
what is dividing fractions and mixed numebers
Yes.
It depends on the numbers. For example, dividing by 1 1/2 (one and a half) is exactly the same as dividing by 3/2, since both represent the same number.In general, if you divide by a larger number, the result will be less.
You can simplify an improper fraction, unless the numbers are prime. Simplify it like how you would regularly, but don't forget that you can always turn it into a mixed number.
what is the definition for dividing mixed numbers
you cant divide mixed numbers
what is dividing fractions and mixed numebers
no you can only simplify ones such as 2 and 4 eiths
Yes.
By looking for common factors - factors that appear in both numbers - and dividing both numbers by the same factor.
It depends on the numbers. For example, dividing by 1 1/2 (one and a half) is exactly the same as dividing by 3/2, since both represent the same number.In general, if you divide by a larger number, the result will be less.
You can simplify an improper fraction, unless the numbers are prime. Simplify it like how you would regularly, but don't forget that you can always turn it into a mixed number.
You change the mixed number into an inproper fraction.
simplify by dividing
you add all numbers and you keep the sign of the bigger number -9
When dividing fractions and mixed numbers, the most important step is to convert the mixed number into a single fraction. E.g. 1, 1/3 should be written as 4/3.