Multiplying Whole Numbers & Mixed Fractions

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What is the distributive property?

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The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac. It allows you to multiply a number by a sum by distributing the multiplication to each addend.

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What is a mixed fraction?

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A mixed fraction is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 2rac{1}{2}.

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

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To convert a mixed fraction to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator and add the numerator. For example, 2rac{1}{2} = rac{(2 imes 2) + 1}{2} = rac{5}{2}.

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What is the first step in multiplying a whole number by a mixed fraction?

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Convert the mixed fraction to an improper fraction.

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