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 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 is the numerator of the fraction.

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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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How do you multiply two fractions?

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Multiply the numerators together and the denominators together.

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What is the process to 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 the result of 1 1/2 x 3 3/4?

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5 5/8.

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What is the result of 1/2 x 3/4?

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3/8.

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How do you convert a mixed number back to a 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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What is the value of 1 3/4 as an improper fraction?

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7/4.

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What is the value of 2 1/2 as an improper fraction?

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5/2.