Assignment: Fraction Division
Due: Wednesday, December 9
Looking at the amount of work the students have due tomorrow, it's possible today's math assignment will feel like too much. So my first "So, how can I help?" comment will be: Give them the space to set math aside tonight and make it up later this week. This is the only time we will tackle fraction division this week, so it's not going to put them behind to wait a day or two. I am not usually a fan of delaying homework until later, but in this case, it might make sense for your child.
The assignment itself should be a review and there are two choices: basics and test level. We have already practiced multiplication and simplifying, so we are just adding the division steps:
Rename, Flip, Multiply, Simplify
Rename: any mixed numbers need to be turned into improper fractions.
Flip: find the inverse of the second fraction - 3/4 becomes 4/3.
Multiply: includes cross-canceling if they like it!
Simplify: make sure the answer is in simplest form.
So how else can you help?
Make sure they know these steps! And practice.
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