Multiplying Mixed Numbers: 1 1/4 x 1 1/4
Multiplying mixed numbers can seem daunting, but it's actually quite straightforward. Here's how to multiply 1 1/4 x 1 1/4 :
Step 1: Convert the Mixed Numbers to Improper Fractions
- 1 1/4 becomes 5/4 (multiply the whole number by the denominator and add the numerator, keep the same denominator)
- 1 1/4 becomes 5/4
Step 2: Multiply the Numerators and Denominators
- (5/4) x (5/4) = (5 x 5) / (4 x 4) = 25/16
Step 3: Simplify the Result (if possible)
- The fraction 25/16 is an improper fraction (numerator is greater than the denominator). We can convert it to a mixed number.
- 25/16 = 1 9/16
Therefore, 1 1/4 x 1 1/4 = 1 9/16