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) x (c/d) = (a*c)/(b*d).

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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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What does it mean to multiply a whole number by a fraction?

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Multiplying a whole number by a fraction means finding that fraction of the whole number. For example, 4 x 1/2 = 2.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as 2 1/3.

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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 and add the numerator. For example, 2 1/3 = (2*3 + 1)/3 = 7/3.

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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. For example, if a rectangle is 3/4 yard long and 1/2 yard wide, its area is 3/4 x 1/2 = 3/8 square yards.

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What is the area of a square?

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The area of a square is found by squaring the length of one of its sides. For example, if one side is 1/3 yard, the area is (1/3)² = 1/9 square yards.

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What is the relationship between multiplication and division of fractions?

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Multiplication of fractions is finding a part of a part, while division of fractions is finding how many times one fraction fits into another.

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, used to add or subtract fractions.