multiply fractions 5th grade

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What is a fraction?

Back

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 fractions?

Back

To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. Simplify if possible.

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What is the product of 1/2 and 1/3?

Back

1/6

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What is a mixed number?

Back

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

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

Back

Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the original denominator.

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What is 1 3/4 as an improper fraction?

Back

7/4

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What is the product of 1 1/4 and 2 2/5?

Back

3.

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What is the first step in multiplying mixed numbers?

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Convert the mixed numbers to improper fractions.

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What is the product of 2/5 and 3 3/8?

Back

1 7/20.

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What is the importance of simplifying fractions?

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Simplifying fractions makes them easier to understand and work with.