What is 1 1/2 times 3 as a fraction?
This problem requires us to understand how to multiply mixed numbers and whole numbers. Let's break it down step by step:
Step 1: Convert the mixed number to a fraction
- 1 1/2 can be converted to an improper fraction by multiplying the whole number (1) by the denominator (2) and adding the numerator (1). This gives us 3.
- Keep the same denominator (2): 3/2
Step 2: Multiply the fractions
- 3/2 x 3/1 (Remember, 3 is the same as 3/1)
Step 3: Multiply numerators and denominators
- (3 x 3) / (2 x 1) = 9/2
Step 4: Simplify (if possible)
- The fraction 9/2 is already in its simplest form.