Multiply Fractions

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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?

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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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What is the product of 1/2 and 3/4?

Back

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

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What is the product of 4 and 1/6?

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4 x 1/6 = 4/6 = 2/3.

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What is the product of 1/4 and 5/8?

Back

1/4 x 5/8 = 5/32.

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What is the product of 3/8 and 4/5?

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3/8 x 4/5 = 12/40 = 3/10.

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What is the product of 6 and 5/8?

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6 x 5/8 = 30/8 = 3 3/4.

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What does the numerator represent in a fraction?

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The numerator represents the number of parts being considered out of the total parts.

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What does the denominator represent in a fraction?

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The denominator represents the total number of equal parts in a whole.

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.