Multiply Fractions and Mixed Numbers

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What is the definition of 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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What is a numerator?

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The numerator is the top part of a fraction that indicates how many parts of the whole are being considered.

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What is a denominator?

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The denominator is the bottom part of a fraction that indicates the total number of equal parts the whole is divided into.

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True or False: You need to find a common denominator when multiplying fractions.

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False

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What do you need to do with mixed numbers before multiplying?

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Convert them into improper fractions.

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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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True or False: You should always simplify fractions if possible.

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True

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What is the first step in multiplying two fractions?

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Multiply the numerators together and multiply the denominators together.

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What is the product of 1/2 and 3/4?

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1/2 * 3/4 = 3/8.

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What is the product of 2 1/3 and 3?

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Convert 2 1/3 to an improper fraction: 7/3. Then, 7/3 * 3 = 7.