Multiply and Divide Fractions

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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 and 'b' is the denominator.

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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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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator. For example, the reciprocal of 3/4 is 4/3.

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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).

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as 1 1/2.

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

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1 1/3 = 4/3.

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What is the result of 5 1/2 ÷ 4/5?

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5 1/2 ÷ 4/5 = 6 7/8.

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What is the result of 1 1/4 × 2 3/4?

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1 1/4 × 2 3/4 = 3 7/16.

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What does 6 ÷ 1/3 equal?

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6 ÷ 1/3 = 18.

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What does the model 1/3 × 1/2 represent?

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1/3 × 1/2 = 1/6.