Mastering Mixed Number Multiplication with Area Models

The video tutorial focuses on multiplying mixed fractions using the area model method. It begins with an introduction to the topic and the use of rectangles to visualize multiplication. The teacher provides four examples, each demonstrating the step-by-step process of using the area model and distributive property to multiply mixed numbers. The tutorial concludes with a practice problem for students to try on their own.

What is the main focus of the lesson?

• Multiplying mixed fractions

• Adding mixed fractions

• Dividing mixed fractions

• Subtracting mixed fractions

What mathematical property is used along with the area model?

• Distributive Property

• Identity Property

• Associative Property

• Commutative Property

In the first example, what is 4 times 6?

• 20

• 22

• 24

• 26

How do you write 6 as a fraction?

• 6/1

• 6/4

• 6/2

• 6/3

What is the result of 4 1/3 times 6?

• 27

• 25

• 24

• 26

In the second example, what is 4 times 9?

• 38

• 36

• 34

• 32

What is the result of 4 2/3 times 9?

• 44

• 46

• 40

• 42

In the third example, how many parts is the rectangle divided into?

• 5

• 2

• 3

• 4

What is the result of 3 1/2 times 2 1/4?

• 7 7/8

• 7 3/4

• 7 1/2

• 8

In the fourth example, what is the least common multiple of 4, 5, and 20?

• 25

• 20

• 15

• 10