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 1/3.

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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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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 the mixed numbers 1 1/2 and 3 3/4. What is the answer?

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5 5/8.

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What is the formula for multiplying 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 2 1/4 by 1 2/3?

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3 3/4.

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What does it mean to write an answer as a mixed number?

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It means to express the answer as a whole number and a proper fraction.

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What is the improper fraction equivalent of 3 1/10?

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31/10.

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator to find the whole number, and use the remainder as the new numerator.