Questions: Multiply. Write your answer as a fraction or as a whole or mixed number. 1 1/3 × 4 1/2=

Solution Steps

To multiply mixed numbers, first convert them to improper fractions. Then, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. Finally, simplify the resulting fraction if possible.

First, we convert the mixed numbers to improper fractions: \[ 1 \frac{1}{3} = \frac{4}{3} \] \[ 4 \frac{1}{2} = \frac{9}{2} \]

Next, we multiply the improper fractions: \[ \frac{4}{3} \times \frac{9}{2} = \frac{4 \times 9}{3 \times 2} = \frac{36}{6} \]

Finally, we simplify the resulting fraction: \[ \frac{36}{6} = 6 \]

Final Answer