Fraction Operations and Decimal Multiplication

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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 two negative numbers?

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When you multiply two negative numbers, the result is positive. For example, (-9)(-8) = 72.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 5/8?

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The decimal equivalent of 5/8 is 0.625.

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How do you multiply decimals?

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To multiply decimals, multiply the numbers as if they were whole numbers, then count the total number of decimal places in both numbers and place the decimal in the product accordingly.

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What is the product of 8.4 and 6.2?

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The product of 8.4 and 6.2 is 52.08.

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What is the sum of 1/4 and 1/5?

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The sum of 1/4 and 1/5 is 9/20.

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How do you add 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 sum of 3/10 and 1/5?

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The sum of 3/10 and 1/5 is 5/10 or 1/2.

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What is a quotient in division?

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A quotient is the result of dividing one number by another.

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What is the quotient of 6/10 divided by 3/5?

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The quotient of 6/10 divided by 3/5 is 1.