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 convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the denominator is the fraction.

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What is the area of a rectangle?

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The area of a rectangle is found by multiplying its length by its width.

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How do you multiply mixed numbers?

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Convert each mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the fractions, and then convert back to a mixed number if necessary.

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What is the first step in multiplying mixed numbers?

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Convert the mixed numbers to improper fractions.

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What is 4 1/5 as an improper fraction?

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4 1/5 as an improper fraction is 21/5.

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What is the product of 3 1/4 and 2 3/4?

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The product is 8 15/16 square feet.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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Divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is the GCD of 8 and 12?

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The GCD of 8 and 12 is 4.

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What is 1/2 as a mixed number?

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1/2 is not a mixed number; it is a proper fraction.