Multiplying and Dividing Fractions Word Problems

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What is the process to find a fraction of a quantity?

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To find a fraction of a quantity, multiply the quantity by the fraction.

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How do you multiply fractions?

Back

To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together.

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What is the result of multiplying 1/3 by 1/2?

Back

1/6.

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator to get the whole number, and the remainder becomes the new numerator over the original denominator.

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What is the total weight of 4 packs of 2/3 pound hamburger meat?

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Multiply 4 by 2/3 to get 8/3 or 2 2/3 pounds.

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What is the formula for dividing a whole number by a fraction?

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To divide a whole number by a fraction, multiply the whole number by the reciprocal of the fraction.

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How many 1/4 pound packages can be made from 4 pounds of fudge?

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Divide 4 by 1/4, which equals 16 packages.

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by swapping its numerator and denominator.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is the difference between multiplying and dividing fractions?

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Multiplying fractions combines parts of a whole, while dividing fractions determines how many parts fit into a whole.