A fraction represents a part of a whole, expressed as $$\frac{a}{b}$$ where 'a' is the numerator and 'b' is the denominator.

What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

The denominator indicates the total number of equal parts the whole is divided into.

How do you multiply fractions?

To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together: $$\frac{a}{b} \times \frac{c}{d} = \frac{a \times c}{b \times d}$$ .

How do you divide fractions?

To divide fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the divisor: $$\frac{a}{b} \div \frac{c}{d} = \frac{a}{b} \times \frac{d}{c}$$ .

What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

The reciprocal of a fraction $$\frac{a}{b}$$ is $$\frac{b}{a}$$ .

What is an improper fraction?

An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as $$\frac{5}{4}$$ .

What is a mixed number?

A mixed number combines a whole number and a proper fraction, such as $$1 \frac{1}{2}$$ .

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

Divide the numerator by the denominator; the quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator.

What is the first step in solving a division problem with fractions?

Identify the dividend and divisor, then convert the division into multiplication by using the reciprocal of the divisor.

12/03/24 Multiplying and Dividing Fractions Flashcards

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If nine people share five whole candy bars equally, what fraction of a candy bar does each person get?

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If 5 friends equally share 6 donuts, what fraction of the donuts will each friend receive?

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Which multiplication equation corresponds to the picture showing 3 groups of 2/8?

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What is a fraction?

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator indicates how many parts of the whole are being considered.

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