Multiplying Fractions

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What is the process for multiplying two fractions?

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To multiply two fractions, multiply the numerators together to get the new numerator, and multiply the denominators together to get the new denominator. Then simplify if necessary.

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What is the simplest form of a fraction?

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The simplest form of a fraction is when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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How do you simplify the fraction 6/21?

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To simplify 6/21, divide both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor, which is 3. This gives you 2/7.

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What is the product of 3/7 and 2/3?

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The product of 3/7 and 2/3 is (3*2)/(7*3) = 6/21, which simplifies to 2/7.

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What is the product of 2/5 and 5/4?

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The product of 2/5 and 5/4 is (2*5)/(5*4) = 10/20, which simplifies to 1/2.

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What is the product of 1/5 and 2/10?

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The product of 1/5 and 2/10 is (1*2)/(5*10) = 2/50, which simplifies to 1/25.

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What is the product of 9/28 and 1?

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The product of 9/28 and 1 is 9/28, as any number multiplied by 1 remains unchanged.

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How do you multiply a fraction by a whole number?

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To multiply a fraction by a whole number, convert the whole number to a fraction (e.g., 3 becomes 3/1) and then multiply the fractions as usual.

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What is the product of 6 and 1/2?

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The product of 6 and 1/2 is 6 * (1/2) = 6/2 = 3.

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What is the importance of simplifying fractions?

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Simplifying fractions makes them easier to understand and work with, and it helps in comparing fractions.