Multiplying a fraction by a whole number means taking that fraction part several times. You are adding the same fraction repeatedly.
When you multiply a fraction by a whole number, you are scaling the fraction—making it larger by repeating it several times.
To multiply a fraction by a whole number, multiply the numerator (top number) by the whole number and keep the denominator (bottom number) the same.
Always multiply only the numerator by the whole number. The denominator stays the same because the size of each part does not change.
Sometimes your answer will be an improper fraction, which means the numerator is greater than the denominator. You can change it to a mixed number to make it easier to understand.
An improper fraction can be turned into a mixed number by dividing the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder becomes the new numerator.
Multiplying fractions by whole numbers helps in real-life situations, such as recipes, measurements, or sharing equal parts.
Always check if your answer makes sense in the problem’s context. Estimating first can help you see if your result is reasonable.
Multiplying fractions by whole numbers follows the same pattern every time: multiply the numerator by the whole number and simplify if possible.
Simplify your final answer whenever possible. A fraction like 66 can be reduced to 1.