Multiply and Divide Positive and Negative Fractions

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What is the product of a negative fraction and a positive fraction?

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The product of a negative fraction and a positive fraction is always negative.

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What is the product of two negative fractions?

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The product of two negative fractions is always positive.

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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together.

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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 -7 1/5 to an improper fraction.

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-7 1/5 = -36/5.

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How do you change a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place over the original denominator.

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What is the result of multiplying a positive fraction by a negative fraction?

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The result is a negative fraction.

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What is the result of multiplying two positive fractions?

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The result is a positive fraction.