Multiplying and Dividing Fractions

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What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What does it mean to multiply fractions?

Back

Multiplying fractions involves multiplying the numerators together and the denominators together.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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

Back

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

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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What is a reciprocal?

Back

A reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator.

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What is the reciprocal of 2/3?

Back

The reciprocal of 2/3 is 3/2.

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How do you divide fractions?

Back

To divide fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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What is 1/2 divided by 1/4?

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1/2 ÷ 1/4 = 1/2 * 4/1 = 2.

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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What is an improper fraction?

Back

An improper fraction has a numerator that is greater than or equal to its denominator.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

Front

Convert the mixed number 3 1/2 to an improper fraction.

Back

3 1/2 = 7/2.

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What is a mixed number?

Back

A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C