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 (the number of parts) and 'b' is the denominator (the total number of equal parts).

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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. For example, (a/b) * (c/d) = (a*c)/(b*d).

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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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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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

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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, such as 5/4 or 7/7.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as 2 1/3.

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How do you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the original denominator is the fraction.

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What is the total distance Kayla walks in 31 days if she walks 3 7/10 miles each day?

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Kayla walks 3 7/10 miles/day * 31 days = 114 7/10 miles.

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If Mr. Walton ordered 12 pizzas and 1/4 had mushrooms, how many pizzas had mushrooms?

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1/4 of 12 = 12 * 1/4 = 3 pizzas.

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How much sugar is needed for 4 batches if 3/4 cup is needed for one batch?

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3/4 cup * 4 = 3 cups of sugar.