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5th Grade Multiply Mixed Numbers worksheets

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Multiply Mixed Numbers

Grade 5 Math Worksheet

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Find the product. Write it in simplest form.

  1. 2 × 1 =

  2. 1 × 4 =

  3. 3 × 3 =

  4. 2 × 2 =

  5. 1 × 2 =

  6. 3 × 1 =

  7. 2 × 4 =

  8. 1 × 3 =

  9. 3 × 3 =

  10. 2 × 2 =

  11. 1 × 1 =

  12. 3 × 4 =

  13. 2 × 4 =

  14. 1 × 3 =

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5th Grade Multiply Mixed Numbers worksheet 1 – printable PDF
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About this worksheet

To multiply mixed numbers, write each as an improper fraction, multiply the tops and the bottoms, and simplify: 1 1/2 × 2 1/3 = 3/2 × 7/3 = 21/6 = 3 1/2. This fifth grade sheet has fourteen products of two mixed numbers, and the child writes each answer in simplest form on the line after the equals sign. Each version has different numbers, and the answer key gives every product.

What your child will learn

  • Write a mixed number as an improper fraction
  • Multiply the tops and the bottoms
  • Simplify the product
  • Write a mixed number answer

Common Core standard: 5.NF.B.6

Worked example

1 1/2 × 2 1/3 = 3/2 × 7/3 = 21/6 = 3 1/2.

Common mistake

Multiplying the whole numbers and the fractions separately, so 1 1/2 × 2 1/3 becomes 2 1/6.

Helpful hint

Change each mixed number to an improper fraction first.

Questions parents ask

What is the most common mistake with multiply mixed numbers?

Multiplying the whole numbers and the fractions separately, so 1 1/2 × 2 1/3 becomes 2 1/6.

How can I help my child with multiply mixed numbers?

Change each mixed number to an improper fraction first.

Are these 5th grade math worksheets free to print?

Yes. All 6 printable versions on this page are free to download and print, with no account needed.

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