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. Then simplify if necessary.

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

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1/2 x 2/3 = 2/6 = 1/3 (simplified).

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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 the product of 3/4 and 1/2?

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

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If you have 3/5 of a pizza and eat 1/5 of it, how much pizza do you have left?

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3/5 - 1/5 = 2/5 of the pizza left.

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What is the simplest form of 4/8?

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4/8 simplifies to 1/2.

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How do you find the product of mixed numbers?

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Convert mixed numbers to improper fractions, multiply, and then simplify.

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What is the product of 5/6 and 3/4?

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5/6 x 3/4 = 15/24 = 5/8 (simplified).

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator, e.g., 3/4.