Multiplying Fractions by a Whole Number Review

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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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How do you multiply a fraction by a whole number?

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To multiply a fraction by a whole number, multiply the numerator of the fraction by the whole number and keep the denominator the same.

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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 2/3.

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Convert 1/5 × 7 into a mixed number.

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1/5 × 7 = 1 2/5.

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Convert 2/3 × 5 into a mixed number.

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2/3 × 5 = 3 1/3.

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What is the result of 5 × 4/6 in a mixed number?

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5 × 4/6 = 3 2/6.

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If a recipe calls for 2/4 cup of sugar for each batch and you make 8 batches, how much sugar do you need?

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You need 16/4 or 4 cups of sugar.

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What is repeated addition for 2 × 3/6?

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The repeated addition for 2 × 3/6 is 3/6 + 3/6.

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What is the first step in multiplying fractions?

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The first step is to multiply the numerators together.

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What is the second step in multiplying fractions?

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The second step is to multiply the denominators together.