Multiply Fractions and whole numbers

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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 a fraction by a whole number?

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To multiply a fraction by a whole number, multiply the numerator of the fraction by the whole number and keep the denominator the same. Simplify if necessary.

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What is the mixed number representation of 3.75?

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3.75 can be expressed as the mixed number 3 3/4.

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What does it mean for a fraction to be in simplest form?

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A fraction is in simplest form when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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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 new numerator over the original denominator.

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What is the product of 1/2 and 3?

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The product of 1/2 and 3 is 3/2 or 1 1/2.

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How do you find a fraction of a whole number?

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To find a fraction of a whole number, multiply the whole number by the numerator of the fraction and then divide by the denominator.

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What is the value of 3/4 of 16?

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3/4 of 16 is 12.

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What is the process for adding fractions with different denominators?

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To add fractions with different denominators, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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What is the relationship between multiplication and division of fractions?

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Multiplication of fractions involves multiplying the numerators and denominators, while division of fractions involves multiplying by the reciprocal of the divisor.