LESSON 10 Multiplying Fractions by a Whole

Using Area Models

Use fraction strips, fraction circle pieces, or number lines to solve Questions 1–3. Be prepared to share your solutions.

1. Keenya is making her Famous Trail Mix to take on a hike with some friends. She needs to serve 6 people, but her recipe serves 2 people.




1. How does she need to change her recipe?
2. Change the amount of each ingredient to make a recipe that serves 6 people.


2. Keenya decides to double her Famous Trail Mix Recipe. Change the amount of each ingredient to make a double recipe.
3. Keenya's friends Jacob and Anna decide to join her on the hike. She needs to make enough Famous Trail Mix for 8 people.
1. How does she need to change her recipe?
2. Change the amount of each ingredient to make a recipe that serves 8 people.