1. Multiply Mixed Numbers (Chapter 10.3)

2. Partner Discussion How should you go about solving the math problem below? Work with your partner to create an algorithmic AND a visual representation explanation 5 x 2 7/8 (Five times two and seven eighths)

3. What does 5/1 mean? 5151

4. Use the Distributive Property 5 x 2 7/8 = (5 x 2) + (5 x 7/8)

5. Partner Discussion How should you go about solving the math problem below? Work with your partner to create an algorithmic AND a visual representation explanation. 2 1/2 x 3 1/5

6. Can you covert the number to an improper fraction before multiplying?

7. Algorithym vs. Visual Representation Ann and Sheri are training for a bicycle race. On one day, Ann rides 3 and 1/5 miles. Sheri rides 2 and 1/2 times as far as Ann. How many miles does Sheri ride? Find 2 1/2 x 3 1/5

8. Guided Practice Rewrite the problem by changing each mixed number into a fraction. Then multiply. Write the answer in simplest form. 4 2/3 x 3 2/5

9. Guided Practice Peter needs 1/8 of a cup of butter to make cookies and 1/8 of a cup of butter to make bread. How much butter in all does Peter need to make cookies and bread?

10. Homework PW 10.3