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. For example, (a/b) * (c/d) = (a*c)/(b*d).

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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 1 3/4.

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the original denominator is the fraction.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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What is the first step in solving a multiplication word problem?

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Identify the quantities involved and determine if you need to multiply or divide.

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In the problem 'After a birthday party, ½ of a cake remains. If 2 friends share the rest of the cake, what fraction of the original cake does each friend get?', what operation do you use?

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Division.

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In the problem 'Wayne has a hot dog stand open all summer. On Wednesday, he used 2/3 a bag of hot dog buns. On Thursday, he used 4/5 as many hot dog buns. How many bags of hot dog buns did Wayne use on Thursday?', what operation do you use?

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Multiplication.

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What is the result of multiplying 2/3 by 4/5?

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The result is 8/15.

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How do you write 8/4 as a mixed number?

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8/4 can be written as 2.