Multiplying Fractions

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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. Then simplify if possible.

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What is the product of 1/5 and 2/10?

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1/25

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What is the simplest form of 3/7 x 2/3?

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2/7

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If Rosita runs 3⅓ miles every day, how many miles will she run in 8 days?

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26⅔ miles

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What is the product of 5/6 and 2/3?

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5/9

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If Tessa worked 6¾ hours and Cade worked ⅔ as long, how many hours did Cade work?

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4½ hours

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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 a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 2⅓.

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the original denominator.