6-5-8 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 1/2.

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

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that result over the original denominator.

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What is the improper fraction equivalent of 5 3/5?

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The improper fraction equivalent of 5 3/5 is 28/5.

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How do you multiply a mixed number by a fraction?

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Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction, then multiply the numerators and denominators.

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If Bob makes 5 3/5 batches of cupcakes and each batch requires 1/4 cups of flour, how do you calculate the total flour needed?

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Convert 5 3/5 to an improper fraction (28/5), then multiply by 1/4: (28/5) * (1/4) = 28/20 = 1 2/5 cups.

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What is the process to find the total cost of multiple pounds of an item?

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Multiply the number of pounds by the cost per pound.

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If Bob buys 3 3/4 pounds of chocolate at $2 per pound, how much does he pay?

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3 3/4 pounds = 15/4 pounds. Total cost = (15/4) * 2 = $7.50.

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What is the first step in solving a word problem involving mixed numbers?

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Identify the quantities involved and convert any mixed numbers to improper fractions if necessary.

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How do you simplify the fraction 11/5?

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11/5 is already in simplest form, but it can be expressed as a mixed number: 2 1/5.

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What is the importance of understanding mixed numbers in real-life applications?

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Mixed numbers are often used in cooking, construction, and other practical situations where quantities are not whole numbers.