Multiply Fractions

Front

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).

Front

How do you multiply fractions?

Back

To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. For example, (a/b) x (c/d) = (a*c)/(b*d).

Front

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

Back

3/8

Front

If a fence is 18 ft long and Cynthia uses 7/8 of 5 gallons of paint, how many gallons were used?

Back

4 3/8 gallons.

Front

What is 2/5 multiplied by 1/3?

Back

2/15

Front

What is the product of 1 1/4 and 2 2/5?

Back

3

Front

What is 2 multiplied by 3/4?

Back

1 1/2.

Front

What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

Back

The numerator represents the number of parts being considered.

Front

What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

Back

The denominator represents the total number of equal parts in a whole.

Front

What is an improper fraction?

Back

An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.