Multiplying and Dividing 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 and 'b' is the denominator.

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How do you multiply two fractions?

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To multiply two 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 result of 1/3 ÷ 8/10?

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5/12

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What is the result of 2/6 x 3/5?

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1/5

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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) x (d/c).

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What is the product of 3/7 and 3/4?

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9/28

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What is the result of 2/3 ÷ 4/5?

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5/6

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What is 1/4 × 5/6?

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5/24

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What does 'simplest form' mean in fractions?

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A fraction is in simplest form when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction 'a/b' is 'b/a'. It is obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator.