Multiplying Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What does it mean to multiply fractions?

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Multiplying fractions means finding a part of a part. You multiply the numerators together and the denominators together.

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How do you multiply two fractions?

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To multiply two fractions, multiply the numerators to get the new numerator and multiply the denominators to get the new denominator.

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

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1/2 x 1/3 = 1/6.

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

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2/3 x 3/4 = 6/12 = 1/2 after simplification.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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

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What is the greatest common divisor (GCD)?

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The GCD is the largest number that divides both the numerator and the denominator without leaving a remainder.

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What is 1/4 x 2/5?

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1/4 x 2/5 = 2/20 = 1/10 after simplification.

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What is 3/5 x 2/3?

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3/5 x 2/3 = 6/15 = 2/5 after simplification.

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What is the product of 2/6 and 3/5?

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2/6 x 3/5 = 6/30 = 1/5 after simplification.