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HOMEWORK

Multiplying Fractions by Whole Numbers

Solve each problem. Use a representation and write an equation for each problem.

• 1 Janet is using a recipe for muffins that calls for 3 4 3 fourths cup of milk. She is going to make 3 times the recipe. How many cups of milk does she need?

• 2 Terrence went running on a 5 6 5 sixths -mile trail. He ran it 5 times. How many miles did he run?

• 3 Each day Mitch's pet guinea pig eats 1 3 1 third cup of red pepper. How many cups of red pepper does Mitch's guinea pig eat in 5 days?

• 4 At the store Cecelia bought 2 3 2 thirds pound of 3 different cheeses. How many pounds of cheese did she buy?

NOTE

Students solve problems that involve multiplying a fraction by a whole number.

MWI Multiplying a Fraction by a Whole Number

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