Multiplying Fractions

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What is the product of two fractions?

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To find the product of two fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. For example, (a/b) * (c/d) = (a*c)/(b*d).

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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 3/10 and 2/4?

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The product of 3/10 and 2/4 is (3*2)/(10*4) = 6/40, which can be simplified to 3/20.

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What is the mixed number equivalent of 15/2?

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The mixed number equivalent of 15/2 is 7 1/2.

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How do you multiply a fraction by a whole number?

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To multiply a fraction by a whole number, convert the whole number to a fraction (e.g., n = n/1) and then multiply the fractions. For example, (a/b) * (n/1) = (a*n)/(b*1).

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

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The product of 1/7 and 1/7 is (1*1)/(7*7) = 1/49.

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What is the first step in multiplying fractions?

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The first step in multiplying fractions is to multiply the numerators together.

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What is the second step in multiplying fractions?

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The second step in multiplying fractions is to multiply the denominators together.

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

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator.

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What is the product of 9/4 and 1/7?

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The product of 9/4 and 1/7 is (9*1)/(4*7) = 9/28.