Multiplication 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 multiply a mixed number by a whole number?

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Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply, and simplify if necessary.

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What is the improper fraction for the mixed number 2 1/2?

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The improper fraction is 5/2.

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What is the result of multiplying a fraction by a whole number?

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Multiply the numerator by the whole number and keep the denominator the same.

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What is the improper fraction for the mixed number 1 1/2?

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The improper fraction is 3/2.

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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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