How Do You Solve a Word Problem Using an Equation Where You're Multiplying Fractions?

How Do You Solve a Word Problem Using an Equation Where You're Multiplying Fractions?

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Working with word problems AND fractions? This tutorial shows you how to take a word problem and translate it into a mathematical equation involving fractions. Then, you'll see how to solve and get the answer. Check it out!

Keywords:

  • problem
  • word problem
  • word
  • translate words to algebra
  • equation
  • fraction
  • 1 step solution
  • solve by division
  • division property of equality
  • mixed fraction
  • improper fraction
  • improper
  • mixed
  • solve

Background Tutorials

  • Converting Decimals and Fractions

      • How Do You Turn a Mixed Fraction Into an Improper Fraction?How Do You Turn a Mixed Fraction Into an Improper Fraction?

      How Do You Turn a Mixed Fraction Into an Improper Fraction?

      Working with mixed fractions in equations can be tough, but things get easier if you convert them into improper fractions first. Once you learn this skill, you'll find yourself using it all the time, so take look at how to convert a mixed fraction to an improper fraction.

      • How Do You Turn an Improper Fraction Into a Mixed Fraction?How Do You Turn an Improper Fraction Into a Mixed Fraction?

      How Do You Turn an Improper Fraction Into a Mixed Fraction?

      In math, it's often important to change a fraction from one type to another. It can help you work with the fraction in an equation or help make more sense of an answer. This tutorial shows you how to convert an improper fraction to a mixed fraction.

  • Multiplying Fractions

      • How Do You Multiply Fractions?How Do You Multiply Fractions?

      How Do You Multiply Fractions?

      Working with fractions can be intimidating, but if you arm yourself with the right tools, you'll find that working with fractions is no harder than working with basic numbers. In this tutorial you'll see the process for multiplying 3 very simple fractions. Enjoy!

  • Solving One-Step Fraction Equations

      • How Do You Solve an Equation Where You're Multiplying Fractions?How Do You Solve an Equation Where You're Multiplying Fractions?

      How Do You Solve an Equation Where You're Multiplying Fractions?

      Solving an equation with multiple fractions in different forms isn't so bad. This tutorial shows you how to convert a mixed fraction to an improper fraction in order to solve the equation. Then, you'll see how to convert the answer back to a mixed fraction to make sense of it. Follow along with this tutorial to see how it's done!

  • Evaluating Expressions

      • How Do You Evaluate an Algebraic Expression?How Do You Evaluate an Algebraic Expression?

      How Do You Evaluate an Algebraic Expression?

      Plugging variables into an expression is essential for solving many algebra problems. See how to plug in variable values by watching this tutorial.

      • What is a Variable?What is a Variable?

      What is a Variable?

      You can't do algebra without working with variables, but variables can be confusing. If you've ever wondered what variables are, then this tutorial is for you!

  • Translating Between Words and Math

      • How Do You Write an Equation from a Word Problem?How Do You Write an Equation from a Word Problem?

      How Do You Write an Equation from a Word Problem?

      Having difficulty turning a word problem into an algebra equation? Then this tutorial is for you! With this tutorial, you'll learn how to break down word problems and translate them into mathematical equations.

  • Finding Equivalent Fractions

      • How Do You Reduce A Fraction?How Do You Reduce A Fraction?

      How Do You Reduce A Fraction?

      Fractions involving large numbers can be a handful, but sometimes these fractions can be reduced, taking those large numbers off your hands. This tutorial shows you how to reduce a fraction to its simplest form. Take a look!