Multiplying Mixed Numbers

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 2 1/3.

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How do you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the original denominator is the fraction.

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What is the first step in multiplying mixed numbers?

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The first step in multiplying mixed numbers is to convert each mixed number into an improper fraction.

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How do you multiply two fractions?

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To multiply two fractions, multiply the numerators together and multiply the denominators together.

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What is the process to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is the result of multiplying 1 1/4 by 1 1/9?

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The result is 1 14/36, which can be simplified to 1 7/18.

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How do you convert the result of a multiplication back to a mixed number?

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To convert the result back to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the original denominator is the fraction.

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What is the mixed number equivalent of the improper fraction 22/20?

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The mixed number equivalent of 22/20 is 1 2/20, which simplifies to 1 1/10.

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What is the importance of simplifying fractions in multiplication?

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Simplifying fractions can make calculations easier and help to present the final answer in its simplest form.

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What is the mixed number form of 11 4/6?

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11 4/6 is already in mixed number form, but it can be simplified to 11 2/3.