Fraction Rules
How do we change a mixed number into a improper fraction?
You multiply the denominator and the whole number and then add the numerator. Denominator stays the same.
2/3 * 4/5
8/15
1/2 * 5
5/2
What is the reciprocal of
11/8
8/11
What is Ms. Read's dogs name?
Maci
How do we change a whole number into a fraction?
Put a 1 in the denominator, or put it over 1.
3/5 * 7/8
21/40
5/6 * 3/10
15/60
1/8 -: 3
1/24
How many siblings does Ms. Read have?
one sister
What fast food restaurant helps us remember how to divide fractions?
KFC -- KCF
Keep-Change-Flip
4 * 7/8
28/8
1/3 * 1/4
1/12
6 -: 1/8
48
When is Ms. Read's birthday?
November 30th
When dividing fractions, you are actually ______________________ fractions?
multiplying
5/12 * 9
45/12
1/3 * 6/7
6/21
1/2 -: 5
1/10
What is Ms. Read's favorite place to go on vacation?
Hawaii or anywhere tropical
What should you do first to mixed numbers when multiplying or dividing fractions?
Convert them to improper fractions.
2/9 * 3/8
6/72
2/3 * 1/4
2/12
1/12 -: 3
1/36
What is Ms. Read's favorite color?
Orange