Mastering Fraction Operations: From Basics to Mixed Numbers

The Organic Chemistry Tutor

This comprehensive math tutorial provides a thorough review of fraction operations, covering everything from basic addition and subtraction to complex mixed number calculations. The video systematically progresses through concepts, starting with adding fractions with like denominators and moving to finding least common multiples for unlike denominators. It demonstrates key techniques such as simplifying fractions, cross-canceling during multiplication, and the "keep-change-flip" method for division. The tutorial also bridges the gap between different number forms, showing students how to convert between improper fractions and mixed numbers, as well as how to translate fractions into decimals and percentages. Special attention is given to more advanced topics like operations with mixed numbers requiring borrowing/regrouping and converting repeating decimals into fractions. Teachers can use this video as a modular resource, assigning specific segments to students based on their needs. It is excellent for introducing new concepts, providing remediation for struggling learners, or serving as a comprehensive review before standardized tests. The clear, step-by-step visual walkthroughs make complex arithmetic procedures accessible and easier to understand.