Multiplying and Dividing 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 that 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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How do you multiply two fractions?

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Multiply the numerators together and the denominators together.

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What is the process for dividing mixed numbers?

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Convert to improper fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

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What does 'simplest form' mean?

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A fraction is in simplest form when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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Divide the numerator and denominator by their greatest common factor (GCF).

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator.

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

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

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How do you add mixed numbers?

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Add the whole numbers, then add the fractions, and convert if necessary.