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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How do you multiply two rational numbers?

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To multiply two rational numbers, multiply their numerators together and their denominators together. Simplify if possible.

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What is the result of multiplying ⅛ by ⅘?

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The result is ⅛ * ⅘ = ⅖.

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How do you divide two rational numbers?

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To divide two rational numbers, multiply the first number by the reciprocal of the second number.

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What is the reciprocal of ⅘?

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The reciprocal of ⅘ is ⅖.

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Calculate the quotient of -3.6 and 0.06.

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-3.6 ÷ 0.06 = -60.

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If Jackie rode around a park that is 8.54 miles long 4 times, how do you find the total distance?

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Multiply the length of the trail by the number of times: 8.54 miles * 4 = 34.16 miles.

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What is the formula to find the cost per person when sharing a total cost?

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Cost per person = Total cost ÷ Number of people.

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If 12 friends share a total cost of $83.40, how much does each person pay?

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Each person pays $83.40 ÷ 12 = $6.95.

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Solve 0.729 ÷ 1.5.

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0.729 ÷ 1.5 = 0.486.