Multiplying and Dividing 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 fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. For example, 1/2 * 3/4 = (1*3)/(2*4) = 3/8.

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What does it mean to divide by a fraction?

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Dividing by a fraction is the same as multiplying by its reciprocal. For example, dividing by 1/2 is the same as multiplying by 2.

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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

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What is 1/2 of 3/4?

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3/8

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What is the product of 100 and 1/2?

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50

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Which statement is NOT true about the product of 100 and 1/2?

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The product will be greater than 100.

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What is 5 divided by 1/6?

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30

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What is 8/12 as a division expression?

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8 divided by 12.

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What is 16 divided by 1/4?

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64.