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What is the process of multiplying fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. For example, to multiply 3/4 by 3/4, you calculate (3*3)/(4*4) = 9/16.

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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 becomes the whole number, and the remainder becomes the new numerator over the original denominator.

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What is the value of 3/5 of 12?

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To find 3/5 of 12, multiply 12 by 3/5: 12 * (3/5) = 36/5.

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How do you divide a fraction by a whole number?

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To divide a fraction by a whole number, multiply the fraction by the reciprocal of the whole number. For example, to divide 1/2 by 3, calculate 1/2 * 1/3 = 1/6.

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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). For example, in the fraction 3/4, 3 is the numerator and 4 is the denominator.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share. It is used to add or subtract fractions with different denominators.

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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To add fractions with different denominators, first find the least common denominator (LCD), convert each fraction to an equivalent fraction with the LCD, and then add the numerators.

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What is the formula for finding the area of a rectangle?

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The area of a rectangle is found by multiplying its length by its width. If the length is 3/4 and the width is 1/2, the area is (3/4) * (1/2) = 3/8.

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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. For example, 2 1/2 is a mixed number.