Multiply Fractions Mid

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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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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. For example, 1/2 x 3/4 = (1x3)/(2x4) = 3/8.

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What does it mean to find a fraction of a number?

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Finding a fraction of a number means multiplying the number by the fraction. For example, to find 2/3 of 12, calculate 2/3 x 12 = 8.

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What is the result of multiplying a fraction by a whole number?

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When you multiply a fraction by a whole number, you multiply the numerator by the whole number and keep the same denominator. For example, 2/3 x 4 = (2x4)/3 = 8/3.

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What is 1/2 of 16?

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1/2 x 16 = 8.

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If Mark jumped 2/3 as far as Mannie who jumped 9 feet, how far did Mark jump?

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Mark jumped 6 feet.

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If Mia studied for 4 hours and spent 2/3 of that time studying, how many hours did she study?

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Mia studied for 2 2/3 hours.

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What is the total amount of caramel used if Joseph made 4 sundaes using 2/3 cups of caramel each?

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Joseph used 2 2/3 cups of caramel.

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

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the original denominator. For example, 2 1/3 = (2x3 + 1)/3 = 7/3.

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What is 4/5 of a mile walked each day for 6 days?

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4/5 x 6 = 4 4/5 miles.