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However, based on your description, it looks like you have a worksheet titled
"Multiplying Mixed Fractions" with several problems involving multiplying mixed numbers (e.g., $1\frac{1}{3} \times 4\frac{1}{2}$).
Since I can't view the image, I'll explain how to solve such problems step by step, and then you can apply the method to each of the problems on your worksheet.
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🔧 How to Multiply Mixed Fractions:
#### Step 1: Convert Mixed Numbers to Improper Fractions
A mixed number like $2\frac{1}{3}$ becomes:
$$
2\frac{1}{3} = \frac{(2 \times 3) + 1}{3} = \frac{7}{3}
$$
#### Step 2: Multiply the Improper Fractions
Multiply the numerators together and the denominators together:
$$
\frac{a}{b} \times \frac{c}{d} = \frac{a \times c}{b \times d}
$$
#### Step 3: Simplify the Result
Reduce the fraction if possible.
#### Step 4: Convert Back to a Mixed Number (if needed)
If the result is an improper fraction, convert it back to a mixed number.
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✔ Example Problem:
Let’s solve one from your list:
> $1\frac{1}{3} \times 4\frac{1}{2}$
Step 1: Convert to improper fractions:
- $1\frac{1}{3} = \frac{4}{3}$
- $4\frac{1}{2} = \frac{9}{2}$
Step 2: Multiply:
$$
\frac{4}{3} \times \frac{9}{2} = \frac{4 \times 9}{3 \times 2} = \frac{36}{6}
$$
Step 3: Simplify:
$$
\frac{36}{6} = 6
$$
✔ Answer: $6$
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Now let's go through a few more from your list using this method:
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Problem: $6\frac{1}{2} \times 3\frac{1}{5}$
1. Convert:
- $6\frac{1}{2} = \frac{13}{2}$
- $3\frac{1}{5} = \frac{16}{5}$
2. Multiply:
$$
\frac{13}{2} \times \frac{16}{5} = \frac{208}{10}
$$
3. Simplify:
$$
\frac{208}{10} = \frac{104}{5} = 20\frac{4}{5}
$$
✔ Answer: $20\frac{4}{5}$
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Problem: $9\frac{1}{2} \times 3\frac{1}{2}$
1. Convert:
- $9\frac{1}{2} = \frac{19}{2}$
- $3\frac{1}{2} = \frac{7}{2}$
2. Multiply:
$$
\frac{19}{2} \times \frac{7}{2} = \frac{133}{4}
$$
3. Convert to mixed number:
$$
\frac{133}{4} = 33\frac{1}{4}
$$
✔ Answer: $33\frac{1}{4}$
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Problem: $5\frac{1}{2} \times 8\frac{2}{3}$
1. Convert:
- $5\frac{1}{2} = \frac{11}{2}$
- $8\frac{2}{3} = \frac{26}{3}$
2. Multiply:
$$
\frac{11}{2} \times \frac{26}{3} = \frac{286}{6}
$$
3. Simplify:
$$
\frac{286}{6} = \frac{143}{3} = 47\frac{2}{3}
$$
✔ Answer: $47\frac{2}{3}$
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You can now use this same method for all the other problems on your worksheet.
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Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of multiplying fractions worksheet 6th grade.