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 fraction, such as 2 1/2.

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How do you multiply mixed numbers?

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To multiply mixed numbers, first convert them to improper fractions, then multiply the fractions, and finally convert back to a mixed number if needed.

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Convert the mixed number 4 3/5 to an improper fraction.

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23/5.

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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 an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as 9/4.

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Multiply: 1 1/2 × 2 1/3. Write your answer as a mixed number.

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3 1/6.

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What is the product of 2/5 and 1/4?

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1/10.

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If Laney bought 1 2/3 pounds of grapes, how much do 2 1/4 times that weight equal?

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3 3/4 pounds.

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What is the process to 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.

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Multiply: 3 1/4 × 1 2/5. Write your answer as a mixed number.

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4 1/5.