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Multiplying Mixed Numbers. If whole numbers or mixed numbers appear in the multiplication problem, they must be changed into fractions before you can work the problem. 2. 1 4. 2. x. 8. =. Popcorn!. 1. Write this as a fraction. 1. 5. 7 9. 3 14. x. 3. =. 2. 1. 9.
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If whole numbers or mixed numbers appear in the multiplication problem, they must be changed into fractionsbefore you can work the problem. 2 1 4 2 x 8 = Popcorn! 1 Write this as a fraction. 1 5 7 9 3 14 x 3 = 2 1
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Write the steps for multiplying mixed numbers in your notes: • 1. Write mixed and whole numbers as fractions (popcorn mixed numbers and write whole numbers over one!) • 2. Simplify early, if possible. • 3. Multiply the numerators and then the denominators! • TAAA DAAAA!!!! Then you’re done!
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Partner Practice Express each mixed number as an improper fraction. Express each product in simplest form.