Multiply Fractions and Mixed Numbers Assessment

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).

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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 fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. For example, 1/2 x 3/4 = (1x3)/(2x4) = 3/8.

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

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Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction before multiplying.

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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 9/4.

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the original denominator. For example, 2 1/3 = (2*3 + 1)/3 = 7/3.

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What is the product of 5 x 1/2?

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The product is 2 1/2.

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What is 1 1/4 × 2 3/4?

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The product is 3 7/16.

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What is 1/2 × 4/5?

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The product is 2/5.

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What is 3/5 of 12/15?

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3/5 of 12/15 is 12/25.