Multiplying and Dividing Fractions - Word Problems

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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 (the number of parts) and 'b' is the denominator (the total number of equal parts).

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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 area of a rectangle?

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The area of a rectangle is found by multiplying its length by its width. Area = length × width.

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How do you divide fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction. For example, (a/b) ÷ (c/d) = (a/b) * (d/c).

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What does 'of' mean in math word problems?

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In math word problems, 'of' often indicates multiplication. For example, '3/4 of 8' means 3/4 * 8.

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How do you find a fraction of a whole number?

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To find a fraction of a whole number, multiply the whole number by the numerator and then divide by the denominator. For example, to find 2/3 of 12, calculate (2*12)/3 = 8.

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What is a word problem?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem expressed in words, requiring interpretation and problem-solving skills to find a solution.

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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 the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator. For example, the reciprocal of 3/4 is 4/3.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD). For example, 8/12 simplifies to 2/3.