Answer
To multiply mixed numbers you first convert the mixed numbers to improper fractions. Second you look for common factors between the numerators and denominators of the improper fractions and reduce if possible. The third step is to multiply the numerators and multiply the denominators.
Work Step by Step
To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, then add that product to the numerator.
$a\frac{b}{c}=\frac{ac+b}{c}$