Multiply 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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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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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, then add the numerator. Place this result over the original denominator.

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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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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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What is the area of a rectangle?

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The area of a rectangle is found by multiplying its length by its width.

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CCSS.3.MD.C.7B

CCSS.4.MD.A.3

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Calculate the area of a rectangle with width 5 inches and length 6 1/2 inches.

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The area is 32 1/2 square inches.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.4B

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What does it mean to multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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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.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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What is the rule for multiplying fractions?

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You do not need to 'Keep, Change, Flip' when multiplying fractions.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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

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The improper fraction is 7/2.