Multiplying and Dividing 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, for fractions a/b and c/d, the product is (a*c)/(b*d).

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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

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What is the result of multiplying 1/2 by 3/4?

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1/2 x 3/4 = 3/8.

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What is the product of 2/7 and 2/3?

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2/7 x 2/3 = 4/21.

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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators and multiply the denominators. Then simplify if possible.

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What is the product of 5/9 and 1/1?

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5/9 x 1/1 = 5/9.

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What is the product of 5/14 and 2/1?

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5/14 x 2/1 = 10/14, which simplifies to 5/7.

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What does it mean to reduce a fraction?

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Reducing a fraction means simplifying it to its lowest terms.

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What is the first step in multiplying fractions?

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The first step 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 is to multiply the denominators together.