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 consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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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 possible.

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

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1/4

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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.

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What is the quotient of 3/4 ÷ 7/8?

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6/7

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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Simplifying a fraction means reducing it to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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What is the simplified form of 16/30?

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8/15

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator.

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What is the product of 4/9 and 1/2?

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2/9

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How do you find a common denominator?

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To find a common denominator, identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators.