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?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. Then simplify if possible.

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

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1/2

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If you have 1/2 of a pizza and you eat 1/4 of it, how much pizza do you have left?

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1/4 of the pizza.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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What is the product of 3/5 and 5/6?

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1/2

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If a recipe calls for 2/3 cup of sugar and you want to make half the recipe, how much sugar do you need?

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1/3 cup of sugar.

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What is 3/8 of 32?

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12.

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If 4/7 of a class are girls and there are 28 students, how many girls are there?

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12 girls.

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

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1/6.