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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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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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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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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What is the product of 1/2 and 3/4?

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

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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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 divisor (GCD).

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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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 1 1/2.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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What is the first step in multiplying fractions?

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The first step is to multiply the numerators together.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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What is the second step in multiplying fractions?

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The second step is to multiply the denominators together.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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What is 2/3 multiplied by 3/5?

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2/3 * 3/5 = 6/15, which simplifies to 2/5.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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What is the result of multiplying a fraction by 1?

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Multiplying any fraction by 1 gives the same fraction.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.5B