What is the purpose of converting a mixed number to an improper fraction before multiplying?

It makes the multiplication process easier and more straightforward.

After multiplying a fraction by a mixed number (converted to an improper fraction), what should you do with the resulting improper fraction?

Simplify the fraction and convert it to a mixed number if necessary.

6th Grade•55 minutes

I can multiply a fraction by a mixed number.

The first step to multiplying mixed numbers is to convert them into improper fractions.

To express a whole number as a fraction, put the whole number over a denominator of 1.

After multiplying, remember to simplify your answer and change any improper fractions back into mixed numbers.

This lesson includes 12 practice questions to reinforce learning.

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1. What is the first step when multiplying a fraction by a mixed number?

2. Convert the mixed number 2 1/4 into an improper fraction.

3. Calculate 1/2 multiplied by 3 1/3. Express your answer as a fraction.

...and 9 more questions

Multiplying Mixed Numbers

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