Multiplying Fractions

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What is 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 does it mean to multiply a whole number by a fraction?

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Multiplying a whole number by a fraction means to take that whole number and divide it into equal parts as indicated by the fraction.

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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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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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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common factor (GCF).

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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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What is the first step in multiplying a whole number by a fraction?

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The first step is to convert the whole number into a fraction by placing it over 1.

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What is the result of multiplying 5 by 2/3?

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The result is 10/3.

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How do you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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To convert, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator.

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What is the simplified form of 28/32?

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The simplified form is 7/8.