5.NF.B.6 Multiply Fractions & Mixed Numbers Word Problems

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (the number of parts) and 'b' is the denominator (the total number of equal parts).

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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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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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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How do you multiply a fraction by a whole number?

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To multiply a fraction by a whole number, multiply the numerator by the whole number and keep the denominator the same. For example, 2/3 x 4 = (2 x 4)/3 = 8/3.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.4B

CCSS.4.NF.B.4C

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How do you multiply two fractions?

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To multiply two fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. For example, (2/3) x (3/4) = (2 x 3)/(3 x 4) = 6/12 = 1/2.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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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. Area = length x width.

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CCSS.3.MD.C.7B

CCSS.4.MD.A.3

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

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the original denominator. For example, 2 1/3 = (2 x 3 + 1)/3 = 7/3.

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What is the first step in solving a word problem involving fractions?

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The first step is to read the problem carefully and identify the quantities involved, including any fractions and whole numbers.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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How do you solve a word problem that involves multiplying a fraction by a mixed number?

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

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CCSS.4.NF.B.4B

CCSS.4.NF.B.4C

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What does 'of' mean in a word problem involving fractions?

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In word problems, 'of' usually indicates multiplication. For example, '2/3 of 4' means 2/3 x 4.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.4A

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, used to add or subtract fractions.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2