Mixed Number Multiplying


-Using what we know about multipling to multiply:

-Mixed Numbers x Whole Numbers,

-Mixed Numbers x Fractions,

-Mixed Numbers x Mixed Numbers


Strategies:

  • Area Model/ Box Method

  • Improper Fraction Strategy

  • Repeated additon (when the whole number is small (like 1-5)

Anchor charts - look below to see examples of repeated addition, area/box model and the improper fraction strategy.

AREA/ BOX method ------->








Improper Fraction Strategy ---->

VIDEOS on multiplying mixed numbers:

<------These are on IXL - use these links or log in through launchpad, go to IXL and follow the link...

Try this link below for more learning by clicking on the "To multiply Mixed Fractions:"