Multiplying Mixed Fractions Round 1

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What is a mixed fraction?

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A mixed fraction is a number that combines a whole number and a proper fraction, such as 2 1/2.

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How do you multiply mixed fractions?

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To multiply mixed fractions, first convert them to improper fractions, then multiply the numerators and denominators, and finally convert back to a mixed fraction 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 9/4.

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Convert the mixed fraction 2 1/3 to an improper fraction.

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2 1/3 = 7/3.

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What is the first step in multiplying mixed fractions?

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The first step is to convert each mixed fraction to an improper fraction.

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Multiply the mixed fractions 1 1/2 and 2 1/3.

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1 1/2 * 2 1/3 = 3/2 * 7/3 = 21/6 = 3 1/2.

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What is the result of multiplying 3/4 by 2/5?

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3/4 * 2/5 = 6/20 = 3/10.

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the denominator is the fraction.

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What is the mixed fraction equivalent of 9/4?

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9/4 = 2 1/4.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors.