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 the product of 2/3 and 3/4?

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The product is (2*3)/(3*4) = 6/12, which simplifies to 1/2.

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What is 1/2 of 3/4?

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To find 1/2 of 3/4, multiply (1/2) * (3/4) = 3/8.

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If you have 1/4 cup of sugar and you need to use 1/2 of it, how much sugar do you use?

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1/2 of 1/4 cup is (1/2) * (1/4) = 1/8 cup.

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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 the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction 'a/b' is 'b/a'. For example, the reciprocal of 3/4 is 4/3.

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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 = (2*3 + 1)/3 = 7/3.

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What is 5/6 multiplied by 2/3?

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(5/6) * (2/3) = (5*2)/(6*3) = 10/18, which simplifies to 5/9.

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If a recipe calls for 3/4 cup of flour and you want to make half the recipe, how much flour do you need?

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Half of 3/4 cup is (1/2) * (3/4) = 3/8 cup.