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Today in class we learned how to multiply improper fractions.

1. change the mixed numbers to improper fractions. (denominator x whole + numerator)




2. multiply the numerators




3. multiply the denominators




4. simplify to mixed fractions

Here is an example of what it would look like if you were to do the question 2 1/3 x 1 1/4 =

Remember to Multiply the denominator to the whole and then add the numerator.

( 2x3+1=7 )

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3

( 1x4+1=5 )

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4

7/3 x 5/4 = 35/ 12
As step number 4 said : make it into a mixed fraction
Now we have to see how many times 12 goes into 35.

12 goes in to 35 two times so the answer is 2.