Multiplying Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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How do you multiply two fractions?

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To multiply two fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. Then simplify if possible.

Front

Solve: ¾ × ⅝

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15/32

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What is the product of 2/3 and 3/4?

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1/2

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Solve: 2/5 × 11

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22/5

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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.

Front

Convert the improper fraction 22/5 to a mixed number.

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4 2/5

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What is the product of 5/9 and 3/2?

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5/6

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Solve: 1/14 × 2/7

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1/49

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.