Question

Practice multiplying mixed numbers. Multiply. 21/-1/3/ First, enter in the boxes the improper fractions in simplest form that are equivalent to 21 and 12. 225 32​

Answer 1

To multiply mixed numbers, convert them to improper fractions, then multiply the numerators and denominators separately. Finally, simplify the resulting fraction.

Step-by-step explanation:

To multiply mixed numbers, we need to first convert them into improper fractions. Let's convert 2 1/3 to an improper fraction:

2 1/3 = (2 * 3 + 1) / 3 = 7/3

Now, let's multiply 21 * 7/3:

21 * 7/3 = (21 * 7) / (1 * 3) = 147 / 3

Finally, simplify the fraction:

147 / 3 = 49