Whole Number Times a Mixed Number

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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 a whole number by a mixed number?

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To multiply a whole number by a mixed number, first convert the mixed number to an improper fraction, then multiply.

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Convert the mixed number 3 1/4 to an improper fraction.

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3 1/4 = 13/4.

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What is the improper fraction for 5 2/3?

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5 2/3 = 17/3.

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What is the first step in multiplying a whole number by a mixed number?

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Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction.