Multiply and Divide Fractions

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What is a mixed number?

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

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

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the original denominator is the fraction.

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What is the product of two fractions?

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The product of two fractions is found by multiplying the numerators together and the denominators together.

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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators to get the new numerator and multiply the denominators to get the new denominator.

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What is a reciprocal?

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A reciprocal of a number is 1 divided by that number. For a fraction, it is obtained by swapping the numerator and denominator.

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How do you find the reciprocal of a fraction?

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To find the reciprocal of a fraction, switch its numerator and denominator.

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What is the reciprocal of a whole number?

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The reciprocal of a whole number 'n' is 1/n.

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How do you divide fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

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

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To multiply a mixed number by a fraction, first convert the mixed number to an improper fraction, then multiply the fractions.

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What is the process to 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.