Multiply Mixed Numbers WORKSHEET
Suitable for Year groups: Year 8, Year 9, Year 10
GCSE Tier: Foundation/Higher
Targeting grades: 4-5
Prerequisite knowledge: Mixed number and improper fraction equivalence. Multiplying fractions. Adding fractions.
Multiply Mixed Numbers WORKSHEET DESCRIPTION
This worksheet introduces students to two methods for multiplying mixed numbers.
First, students will learn to multiply mixed numbers using the area model, a visual and intuitive approach. Then, they will be shown how to convert mixed numbers to improper fractions to find the product, providing a more traditional method.
Learners will apply each method to solve 8 pairs of mixed numbers, comparing and contrasting the methods by discussing their preferences. The problems increase in difficulty, gradually building students' confidence and proficiency.
In the final question, students will tackle a multiplication arithmagon that includes a negative mixed number, adding an extra layer of complexity.
