Multiplying Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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How do you multiply 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. Simplify if necessary.

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

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The product is 3/8.

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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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Convert the mixed number 1 1/3 to an improper fraction.

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1 1/3 as an improper fraction is 4/3.

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

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The product is 8/15.

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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 product of 5/6 and 6/5?

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The product is 1.

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What is the result of multiplying a fraction by 1?

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The result is the original fraction.

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

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The product is 1/2.