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 proper 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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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 to simplify a fraction?

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

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

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2 1/4 = (2*4 + 1)/4 = 9/4.

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Example: Multiply 1 1/2 by 2/3.

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1 1/2 = 3/2; (3/2) * (2/3) = 1.

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What is the result of 4 1/5 x 1/2?

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2 1/10.

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How do you find the weight of an item when given a multiple of another item's weight?

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Multiply the weight of the first item by the given multiple.