Unit Fraction Multiplication

Front

What is a unit fraction?

Back

A unit fraction is a fraction where the numerator is 1 and the denominator is a positive integer, such as 1/2, 1/3, or 1/4.

Front

How do you multiply two fractions?

Back

To multiply two fractions, multiply the numerators together to get the new numerator, and multiply the denominators together to get the new denominator. Simplify if possible.

Front

What is the product of 1/9 and 1/8?

Back

The product of 1/9 and 1/8 is 1/72.

Front

What is the product of 1/4 and 1/4?

Back

The product of 1/4 and 1/4 is 1/16.

Front

What is the product of 1/2 and 1/4?

Back

The product of 1/2 and 1/4 is 1/8.

Front

What is the product of 1/3 and 1/5?

Back

The product of 1/3 and 1/5 is 1/15.

Front

What is the product of 1/7 and 1/7?

Back

The product of 1/7 and 1/7 is 1/49.

Front

What is the general rule for multiplying fractions?

Back

The general rule for multiplying fractions is: (a/b) * (c/d) = (a*c)/(b*d), where a, b, c, and d are integers.

Front

How can you simplify a fraction after multiplication?

Back

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

Front

What is the significance of multiplying unit fractions in real-life applications?

Back

Multiplying unit fractions can help in understanding parts of a whole, such as in cooking, dividing resources, or calculating probabilities.