Multiplying Fractions and Volume

The video tutorial explains how to calculate the volume of a prism using the formula: length x width x height. It begins by identifying the dimensions of the prism, then demonstrates converting a mixed number to an improper fraction. The tutorial continues with multiplying fractions to find the volume, concluding with the final calculation and result.

What is the formula used to calculate the volume of a prism?

• length + width + height

• length × width × height

• length × width + height

• length + width × height

How do you convert the mixed number 4 and 1/2 into an improper fraction?

• 10/2

• 9/2

• 11/2

• 8/2

What is the first step in multiplying a whole number by a fraction?

• Add the numerators

• Multiply the denominators

• Multiply the numerators

• Divide the numerators

What is the result of multiplying 9/2 by 8?

• 36

• 72

• 54

• 18

What is the final volume of the prism in cubic units?

• 11 cubic units

• 8 cubic units

• 9 cubic units

• 10 cubic units