Let's use the
Distributive Property of multiplication over addition to multiply Mixed Numbers.
First, let's
see if you remember the steps involved.
To use
the Distributive Property with 2⅜, you would "break" it into what?
Which
of the following are not Mixed Numbers?
3⅞, ⅜, 1½, 88⅛, ¼
When
using the Distributive Property, which two operations are used?
add, subtract,
multiply, divide
Now let's try some.
Let's go step by step!
Here's the problem:
3½ x 18
Step one: Identify the
mixed number and express it as a whole number and proper fraction
Step two: Distribute
the 18 to both parts of the mixed number.
(3 + ½) x
18 = (3 x 18) + (½ x 18)
Step three: Find the
products within the parentheses.
(3 x 18) + (½ x
18)= 54 + 9
Step four: Add
54 + 9 = 63
Now let's see if you are ready
to try some on your own. Solve each problem on another page of
paper, and then check your answer. If you get the answer wrong and
need an explanation, click on
