Multiply Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is expressed as a ratio of two integers, with a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. The product of the numerators becomes the new numerator, and the product of the denominators becomes the new denominator.

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What is the area of a rectangle?

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The area of a rectangle is calculated by multiplying its length by its width (Area = Length × Width).

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What is the formula for finding the area of a rectangle using fractions?

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When using fractions, the area can be calculated by multiplying the fractional length by the fractional width.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is the greatest common divisor (GCD)?

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The greatest common divisor (GCD) is the largest positive integer that divides two or more integers without leaving a remainder.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 2 1/2.

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How do you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder becomes the numerator of the proper fraction.

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What is the relationship between area and multiplication of fractions?

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When calculating the area of a rectangle with fractional dimensions, the multiplication of the fractions represents the combined area of the parts.

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What is a unit fraction?

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A unit fraction is a fraction where the numerator is 1 and the denominator is a positive integer, such as 1/3.