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Multiplying a 2-digit number by
1 1/3
Select a 2-digit number.
Multiply by 4.
Divide by 3.
Example:
The 2-digit number chosen to multiply by 1 1/3 is 32.
Multiply by 4: 4 x 32 = 120 + 8 = 128
Divide by 3: 128/3 = 42 2/3
So 32 x 1 1/3 = 42 2/3.
See the pattern?
If the 2-digit number chosen to multiply by 1 1/3 is 83:
Multiply by 4: 4 x 83 = 320 + 12 = 332
Divide by 3: 332/3 = 110 2/3
So 83 x 1 1/3 = 110 2/3.
Remember, if you use a calculator you will get a decimal approximation,
whereas the fractional form will be exact.