Mastering the Multiplication of Mixed Numbers

Julie from Mahalo.com explains how to multiply mixed numbers by converting them into fractions, multiplying straight across, and reducing the result. She demonstrates the process step-by-step, including converting the product back into a mixed number and further reducing it to its simplest form. The tutorial concludes with information on additional resources and contact details for further assistance.

What is the first step in multiplying mixed numbers?

• Add the mixed numbers together.

• Convert the mixed numbers to improper fractions.

• Subtract the mixed numbers.

• Divide the mixed numbers.

How do you convert 5 3/5 to an improper fraction?

• 5/3

• 25/3

• 8/5

• 28/5

What is the improper fraction form of 3 1/2?

• 8/2

• 5/2

• 6/2

• 7/2

What is the product of 8/5 and 7/2?

• 56/7

• 56/2

• 56/5

• 56/10

How many times does 10 go into 56?

• 4 times

• 5 times

• 6 times

• 7 times

What is the remainder when 56 is divided by 10?

• 6

• 4

• 7

• 5

What is the mixed number form of 56/10?

• 5 1/2

• 5 2/5

• 5 3/5

• 5 4/5

What number can be used to reduce the fraction 6/10?

• 4

• 3

• 5

• 2

What is the reduced form of 6/10?

• 4/5

• 1/5

• 2/5

• 3/5

What is the final answer to the problem 5 3/5 * 3 1/2?

• 5 3/5

• 5 2/5

• 5 1/2

• 5 4/5