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Multiplying Fractions and Mixed Numbers Objective: Learn to multiply fractions and mixed numbers.
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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators and the denominators. Then simplify. Example 1 1 × 2 2 3 = 2 6 1 3 Example 2 2 × 3 4 2 × 3 1 4 6 4 1 2 = 1 1 4 2 Steps: 1.First write 2 as 2 1 2. Multiply the numerators. 3.Multiply the denominators. 4. Simplify 5. Convert any improper fractions to a mixed number.
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Your Examples: 3 × 1 5 2 2 × 4 3 9× 1 2 1 × 8 4 9
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When multiplying fractions, if the numerator and the denominator of either fraction have common factors, you can simplify before multiplying. 3 × 2 16 18 5 × 3 12 15 5 × 3 6 5 4 × 42 7 16
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When Multiplying Mixed Numbers: First convert the mixed number to an improper fraction. Then multiply normally and simplify. 1× 8 4 4 9 1 7 × 2 2 8 5
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