You can follow these steps to multiply a fraction by a whole number:
- Write the whole number as a fraction with a denominator of 1.
- Multiply the numerators.
- Multiply the denominators.
- if needed. If your answer is greater than 1, you may want to write your answer as a mixed number.
First, write the whole number as a fraction with a denominator of 1.
Now, multiply the numerators and the denominators.
Last, simplify. Since is greater than 1, change it to a mixed number.
