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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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. Then simplify if possible.

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

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4/9

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If you have 12 and multiply it by 5/4, what is the result?

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15

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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 10/18 simplified?

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5/9

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If DJ drew 18 pictures and 2/3 of them in art class, how many pictures did he draw in art class?

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12 pictures

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What is 6 2/3 as an improper fraction?

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20/3

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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

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Convert the whole number to a fraction by placing it over 1.