Multiply and Divide Fractions Word Problems

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).

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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply 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 divide fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction. For example, (a/b) ÷ (c/d) = (a/b) * (d/c) = (a*d)/(b*c).

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What does it mean to find a fraction of a quantity?

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Finding a fraction of a quantity means multiplying the quantity by the fraction. For example, 1/2 of 8 is 1/2 * 8 = 4.

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How do you solve a word problem involving fractions?

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Identify the quantities involved, determine the operation needed (addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division), and set up the equation accordingly.

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If Mr. Wood has 2 gallon containers of ice cream that are 2/3 full, how much ice cream is left?

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1 1/3 gallons.

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If Layla has 4 pounds of bird seed and feeds 1/6 pound each day, how many days can she feed the robins?

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24 days.

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A recipe calls for 1/4 cup of sugar. How many batches can be made from a 5 pound bag of sugar?

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20 batches.

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If 1/2 of a cake remains and 4 people share it equally, how much does each person get?

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1/8 of a cake.

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A scientist uses 2/5 of a solution that is 5/6 full. How much of a full bottle does he use?

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1/3 of a bottle.