1. Warm-up:
a) Explain what "reciprocal" means (also known as multiplicative inverse). Don't know? Read the Math Notes on page 160
b) Find the reciprocal of:
a) Explain what "reciprocal" means (also known as multiplicative inverse). Don't know? Read the Math Notes on page 160
b) Find the reciprocal of:
- 3/4
- 1/8
- 2 4/5
2. Lesson 3.3.1 Dividing Rational Numbers
- Objective: I will develop strategies for dividing rational numbers
- Problem 87 as individuals (led by Mr. Robinett)
- Problem 88 as team discussion.
- Problem 89 as mini-lesson
- Dividing fractions using reciprocal and Giant One
- Dividing fractions by finding a common denominator
3. Now you try. Solve each problem using BOTH strategies. Once your group has consensus, check your answers in the Top Secret: Answer Key folder on top of the computer cart.
a) 4/5 divided by 1/2 b) 2 1/2 divided by 3/4
c) 1 2/3 divided by 4/6 d) -3 1/5 divided by 2 1/2
Dojo Challenge Problems: #90 and #92 on page 164
Homework: Lesson 3.3.1 R/P (answers in GC)
