Step-by-step explanation:
2 1/4 is improper fraction, because it's 21/4. To simplify;
21/4 = 21/4
If the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator of a fraction, then it is called an improper fraction. In that case, you could convert it into a whole number or mixed number fraction.
21/4 = 5 1/4
With 21/4 simplified into 5 1/4, you would then do 5 1/4•3 which would be;
15.75
Conlusion/Answer:
Mary bought 15.75 pounds of turnips.
