Question

l.10 multiply fractions by whole numbers: word problems wtt
manny is baking blueberry pies to sell at his bakery. he starts with 4 cartons of blueberries, of which he uses 14/15 for the first batch of pies. how many cartons of blueberries does manny use for the first batch of pies?
write your answer as a fraction or as a whole or mixed number.
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Explanation:

Step1: Multiply whole number by fraction

$4 \times \frac{14}{15} = \frac{4 \times 14}{15}$

Step2: Calculate numerator

$\frac{56}{15}$

Step3: Convert to mixed number (optional)

$56 \div 15 = 3$ remainder $11$, so $3\frac{11}{15}$

Answer:

$\frac{56}{15}$ or $3\frac{11}{15}$