Multiplying & Dividing Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).

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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 3/8 and 2/5? (Remember to Simplify)

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3/20

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What is the rule for dividing fractions?

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Keep, change, flip: Keep the first fraction, change the division to multiplication, and flip the second fraction.

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What is 1½ x 3½? Simplify.

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5 1/4

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What does simplifying a fraction mean?

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

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What is the first step in multiplying fractions?

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Multiply the numerators.

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What is the second step in multiplying fractions?

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Multiply the denominators.

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What is 6/40 simplified?

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3/20

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.