Multiplying Fractions Rules (Multiplication as Scaling)

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What is the result of multiplying a fraction by 1?

Back

The result is the same as the original fraction.

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What happens when you multiply a fraction by a whole number greater than 1?

Back

The result is bigger than the original fraction.

Front

What is the result of multiplying a fraction by a whole number less than 1?

Back

The result is smaller than the original fraction.

Front

How do you multiply two fractions together?

Back

Multiply the numerators together and the denominators together.

Front

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

Back

The product is 3/4, as multiplying by 5/5 is equivalent to multiplying by 1.

Front

What does it mean to multiply fractions as scaling?

Back

It means adjusting the size of the fraction based on the multiplier.

Front

If you multiply 7/8 by 4/1, what can you say about the result?

Back

The result is bigger than 7/8.

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What is the effect of multiplying a fraction by a fraction?

Back

The result is generally smaller than both fractions unless one of them is 1.

Front

What is the product of 5/7 and 3?

Back

The product is bigger than 5/7.

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When multiplying fractions, what is the significance of the numerator?

Back

The numerator represents the number of parts being considered.