1 1/4 Times 2 in Fraction Form
This article will guide you through multiplying the mixed number 1 1/4 by 2, resulting in a fraction.
Step 1: Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction.
To convert 1 1/4 to an improper fraction, follow these steps:
- Multiply the whole number (1) by the denominator of the fraction (4): 1 * 4 = 4
- Add the numerator of the fraction (1) to the result: 4 + 1 = 5
- Keep the same denominator: 5/4
Therefore, 1 1/4 is equivalent to 5/4.
Step 2: Multiply the improper fraction by 2.
Now, multiply 5/4 by 2:
(5/4) * 2 = 10/4
Step 3: Simplify the fraction (optional).
The fraction 10/4 can be simplified by dividing both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common factor, which is 2:
10/4 = (10/2) / (4/2) = 5/2
Result:
Therefore, 1 1/4 times 2 is equal to 5/2 or 2 1/2 in mixed number form.