#2 Multiplication of Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole, expressed as a numerator (top number) over a denominator (bottom number).

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What does it mean to multiply fractions?

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Multiplying fractions involves multiplying the numerators together and the denominators together to find the product.

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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 the product of 1/2 and 3/4?

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1/2 x 3/4 = 3/8.

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If you have 2/3 of a pizza and you eat 1/2 of it, how much pizza do you have left?

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2/3 x 1/2 = 1/3 of the pizza left.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even though the numerator and denominator may be different.

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How do you find a common denominator for two fractions?

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To find a common denominator, identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators.

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What is the fraction 4/6 simplified?

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4/6 simplified is 2/3.

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If a recipe calls for 1/4 cup of sugar and you want to make 3 batches, how much sugar do you need?

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1/4 x 3 = 3/4 cup of sugar.

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What is the total of 3/5 and 1/5?

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3/5 + 1/5 = 4/5.