Fraction Multiplication

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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 two fractions?

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To multiply two fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. For example, (a/b) x (c/d) = (a*c)/(b*d).

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What is the product of 4/5 and 2/4?

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8/20.

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

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2/9.

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What is 6 multiplied by 1/2?

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6/2.

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What is the product of 6/9 and 2/3?

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12/27.

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What is 4 multiplied by 1/8?

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4/8.

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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 an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even though the numerator and denominator may be different.

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What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

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The GCF is the largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder.