Multiplying Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What does it mean to multiply fractions?

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator.

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What is a mixed number?

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is the first step in multiplying a mixed number by a fraction?

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Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction before multiplying.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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What is the result of multiplying a whole number by a fraction?

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CCSS.4.NF.B.4A

CCSS.4.NF.B.4B

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How do you find the total weight if Laney bought 1 2/3 pounds of grapes and bananas that were 2 1/4 times the weight of the grapes?

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Multiply 1 2/3 by 2 1/4 to find the weight of the bananas, which is 3 3/4 pounds.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.3

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Multiply the volume of the small tank by 12 to find the capacity of the large tank, which is 45 liters.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3