Multiplying Fractions

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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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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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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, (a/b) × (c/d) = (a×c)/(b×d).

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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What is the product of ⅚ and ⅕?

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The product is ⅙.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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What is 3 multiplied by 2/3?

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The result is 2.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.4B

CCSS.4.NF.B.4C

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If a recipe needs 1/4 cup of vinegar, how much is needed for 1/2 of the batch?

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You would need 1/8 cup of vinegar.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.4B

CCSS.4.NF.B.4C

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What is 1/2 multiplied by 4/5?

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The product is 2/5.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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Simplifying a fraction means reducing it to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even though the numerator and denominator are different.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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How can you find a common denominator?

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To find a common denominator, identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators of the fractions you are working with.

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What is the importance of understanding fractions in real life?

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Understanding fractions is important for cooking, measuring, budgeting, and many everyday activities.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B