Multiplying Fractions

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What is the process for multiplying fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. The product of the numerators becomes the new numerator, and the product of the denominators becomes the new denominator.

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How do you simplify a fraction after multiplying?

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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 a mixed number, and how do you multiply it by a fraction?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction. To multiply a mixed number by a fraction, first convert the mixed number to an improper fraction, then multiply as usual.

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

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What is the product of 1/2 and 3/4?

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The product of 1/2 and 3/4 is 3/8.

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What is the product of 2/3 and 4/5?

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The product of 2/3 and 4/5 is 8/15.

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

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that sum over the original denominator.

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What is the product of 5/6 and 2/3?

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The product of 5/6 and 2/3 is 10/18, which simplifies to 5/9.

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

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The product of 3/5 and 5/4 is 15/20, which simplifies to 3/4.

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What is the product of 1/3 and 1/2?

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The product of 1/3 and 1/2 is 1/6.