Multiplying 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?

Back

To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together.

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

Back

1/6

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What is the product of 3/4 and 2/5?

Back

3/10

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What is 2/3 x 2/3?

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4/9

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What does the numerator represent in a fraction?

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The numerator represents the number of parts you have.

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What does the denominator represent in a fraction?

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The denominator represents the total number of equal parts in a whole.

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What is the product of 5/6 and 1/2?

Back

5/12

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What is the product of 9/10 and 3/4?

Back

27/40

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When multiplying fractions, do you need a common denominator?

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No, a common denominator is not needed when multiplying fractions.