Multiplying Mixed Fractions- MA 5.23

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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 3 1/2.

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How do you convert a mixed fraction 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. For example, 3 1/2 = (3*2 + 1)/2 = 7/2.

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What is the first step in multiplying mixed fractions?

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Convert each mixed fraction to an improper fraction.

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What is the formula for multiplying fractions?

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Multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. For example, (a/b) * (c/d) = (a*c)/(b*d).

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How do you convert the result back to a mixed fraction?

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

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What is 3 1/2 x 4 1/3?

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15 1/6.

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What is 1 1/3 x 3 2/5?

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4 8/15.

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What is 3 1/4 x 2 1/2?

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8 1/8.

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What is 3 2/3 x 1 1/5?

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4 2/5.

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What is 1 3/7 x 2 2/3?

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3 17/20.