When you multiply fractions, just multiply the numerator by the numerator, and the denominator by the denominator. Reduce if possible.
Example: 1 ¼ pizzas x 3
1 ¼ x 3 = 3 ¾
Procedure:
- Rewrite the mixed numbers as improper fractions
- Multiply the fractions
- Rewrite the improper fraction as a mixed number
Example: Multiply 1 ¼ x 3
Multiplying Mixed Numbers By Whole Numbers
Multiplying A Whole Number By A Mixed Number
Multiplying Mixed Numbers By Fractions
Multiplying Mixed Numbers By Whole Numbers
Dividing Mixed Numbers
First rewrite all mixed numbers as improper fractions, then invert and multiply.