Multiplying 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 convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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Convert 4 1/3 to an improper fraction.

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13/3.

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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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Multiply: 2 1/4 x 3/5. What is the first step?

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Convert 2 1/4 to an improper fraction: 9/4.

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What is the product of two fractions?

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Multiply the numerators together and the denominators together.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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Divide the numerator and denominator by their greatest common factor.

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

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Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction, then multiply.