Fractions - Multiply and Divide

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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. Simplify if possible.

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

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The product is 1/2.

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How do you divide fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

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What is the reciprocal of 3/4?

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The reciprocal is 4/3.

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What is 1/2 divided by 3/4?

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1/2 divided by 3/4 equals 2/3.

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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.

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What is the simplified form of 4/8?

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The simplified form is 1/2.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper 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 is the new numerator.