Multiply Rational Numbers

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What is a rational number?

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A rational number is any number that can be expressed as the quotient or fraction of two integers, where the denominator is not zero.

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How do you multiply two rational numbers?

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To multiply two rational numbers, multiply their numerators together and their denominators together. Simplify the result if possible.

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What happens to the sign when multiplying two negative rational numbers?

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The product of two negative rational numbers is positive.

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What happens to the sign when multiplying a positive and a negative rational number?

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The product of a positive and a negative rational number is negative.

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What is the simplest form of a fraction?

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The simplest form of a fraction is when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.