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. For example, (a/b) x (c/d) = (a*c)/(b*d).

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What is 2/3 x 2/3?

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4/9

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What is 1/2 x 1/2?

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1/4

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What is 2/3 x 1/4?

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2/12 or 1/6 after simplification.

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What does 'of' mean in math when multiplying fractions?

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'Of' indicates multiplication. For example, '1/3 of 7' means 1/3 x 7.

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What is 1/3 of 7?

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2 1/3

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How do you convert a fraction to a mixed number?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator over the original denominator.

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What is 2/5 x 11?

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4 2/5

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

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Multiply the whole number by the numerator of the fraction and keep the same denominator.