Multiply and Divide Rational Numbers

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What is a rational number?

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A rational number is any number that can be expressed as the quotient or fraction of two integers, where the denominator is not zero.

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.2

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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) × (c/d) = (a*c)/(b*d).

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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What is the result of multiplying a positive number by a negative number?

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The result is a negative number.

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CCSS.3.OA.D.9

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What is the result of multiplying two negative numbers?

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The result is a positive number.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2B

CCSS.7.NS.A.2A

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How do you divide fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the divisor. For example, (a/b) ÷ (c/d) = (a/b) × (d/c).

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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What is the first step in dividing rational numbers?

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The first step is to multiply by the reciprocal of the second number.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2B

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What is the simplified form of 27/36?

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The simplified form of 27/36 is 3/4.

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What is the product of (-5)(-6)(7.5)?

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The product is 225.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2A

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What is (-8) raised to the power of 3?

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(-8)³ = -512.

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CCSS.8.EE.A.1

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What is the product of 23.4 and -0.7?

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The product is -16.38.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2A