Multiply 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 simplified form of \( \frac{4}{6} \)?

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The simplified form of \( \frac{4}{6} \) is \( \frac{2}{3} \).

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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

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What is the product of \( \frac{2}{3} \) and \( \frac{4}{7} \)?

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The product of \( \frac{2}{3} \) and \( \frac{4}{7} \) is \( \frac{8}{21} \).

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What is the product of \( \frac{3}{8} \) and \( \frac{2}{5} \)?

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The product of \( \frac{3}{8} \) and \( \frac{2}{5} \) is \( \frac{3}{20} \).

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What is the product of \( \frac{7}{8} \) and \( \frac{2}{3} \)?

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The product of \( \frac{7}{8} \) and \( \frac{2}{3} \) is \( \frac{7}{12} \).

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What is the product of \( \frac{2}{7} \) and \( \frac{7}{9} \)?

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The product of \( \frac{2}{7} \) and \( \frac{7}{9} \) is \( \frac{2}{9} \).

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What is the importance of simplifying fractions in multiplication?

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Simplifying fractions can make calculations easier and help to present the answer in its simplest form.

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What is a common mistake when multiplying fractions?

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A common mistake is to add the numerators and denominators instead of multiplying them.

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What is the greatest common divisor (GCD)?

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The greatest common divisor (GCD) is the largest number that divides both the numerator and the denominator without leaving a remainder.