Multiplying Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole, consisting 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 1/4 and 5/6?

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5/24

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What is 3 times 1/5?

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3/5

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What is 2/7 multiplied by 3/10?

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6/70 or 3/35

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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.

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What is 3/5 times 3?

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1 4/5

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What is 3 times 2/3?

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2 (or 6/3).

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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 a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction.