Multiplying Fractions Review

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (the number of parts) and 'b' is the denominator (the total number of equal parts).

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. For example, (a/b) x (c/d) = (a*c)/(b*d).

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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What is 1/2 of 10?

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1/2 of 10 is 5.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.4B

CCSS.4.NF.B.4C

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If you have 6 donuts and give away 2/3, how many do you give away?

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You give away 4 donuts.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.4B

CCSS.4.NF.B.4C

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What is 3 1/2 x 3/4?

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3 1/2 x 3/4 = 2 5/8.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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What does 'of' mean in math when dealing with fractions?

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'Of' usually means to multiply. For example, '1/2 of 8' means 1/2 x 8.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.3

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

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the original denominator. For example, 2 1/3 = (2*3 + 1)/3 = 7/3.

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What is the result of multiplying a fraction by a whole number?

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To multiply a fraction by a whole number, convert the whole number to a fraction (by putting it over 1) and then multiply. For example, 3 x 1/2 = 3/1 x 1/2 = 3/2.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.4B

CCSS.4.NF.B.4C

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If Ben practices 4 1/4 hours and Jake practices half as much, how do you find Jake's practice time?

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You can find Jake's practice time by multiplying Ben's practice time by 1/2: t = 4 1/4 x 1/2 = 2 1/8 hours.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.3

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What is the total length of 5 dimes if each dime is 1/2 inch wide?

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The total length is 5 x 1/2 = 5/2 = 2 1/2 inches.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.3