Multiplying fractions and whole numbers

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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 a fraction by a whole number?

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To multiply a fraction by a whole number, multiply the numerator of the fraction by the whole number and keep the denominator the same.

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What is a mixed number?

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

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Convert 5 × 4/6 into a mixed number.

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3 2/6.

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What is the result of 5/8 × 6?

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30/8.

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What is the result of 2/3 × 4?

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8/3.

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What is the result of 8/12 × 7?

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56/12.

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Convert 8 × 2/6 into a mixed number.

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2 4/6.

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What is the first step in multiplying fractions?

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Identify the numerator and denominator of the fraction.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms by dividing the numerator and denominator by their greatest common factor.