Multiply 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 fraction, such as 2 1/2.

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the original denominator. For example, 2 1/2 = (2*2 + 1)/2 = 5/2.

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What is the first step in multiplying mixed numbers?

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Convert each mixed number to an improper fraction.

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What is the formula for multiplying fractions?

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Multiply the numerators together and multiply the denominators together.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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Divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common factor (GCF).

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What is 1 1/2 multiplied by 2 1/3?

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1 1/2 x 2 1/3 = 3 1/2.

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What is the result of multiplying 3 1/4 by 1 2/5?

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3 1/4 x 1 2/5 = 4.

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If you have 1 2/3 pounds of grapes and buy bananas that weigh 2 1/4 times as much, how do you find the weight of the bananas?

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Multiply 1 2/3 by 2 1/4 to find the weight of the bananas.

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What is the improper fraction for 3 3/4?

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3 3/4 = 15/4.

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How do you multiply an improper fraction by a whole number?

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Multiply the numerator of the fraction by the whole number and keep the same denominator.