1. If there are more than two fractions in division, which ones do you turn upside down ?
All except the first one.
2. What is a rational number?
A rational number is any real number that can be written as a fraction. e.g. in the form a⁄b.
3. Is 6 a rational number?
Yes, because it can be written in the form 6⁄1.
4. Can you cancel two numbers both on the top lines of fractions?
No, cancelling HAS to be between a number the top line and any number on the bottom line. (This can be done diagonally.)
5. When adding fractions, is it best to change mixed numbers to improper fractions?
Yes, unless the calculation is VERY easy, mixed numbers should be changed to improper fractions for adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing.
