Multiply 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 1 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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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 5/4.

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Convert 1 1/2 to an improper fraction.

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1 1/2 = 3/2.

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Convert 3 1/2 to an improper fraction.

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3 1/2 = 7/2.

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

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1 1/2 x 3 1/2 = 1 3/4.

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If Mary has 16 1/2 ounces of chocolate chips and uses 1/4, how many ounces does she use?

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Mary uses 4 1/8 ounces.

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What is 3 1/3 multiplied by 4?

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3 1/3 x 4 = 13 1/3.

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What is 1 2/3 multiplied by 2 1/4?

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1 2/3 x 2 1/4 = 3 3/4.

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How do you convert an improper fraction back 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 new numerator.