Multiplying Fractions

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What is a fraction?

Back

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?

Back

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

Front

What is 3/5 of 100?

Back

60

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If a recipe requires 3/7 cups of sugar, how much sugar is needed for 3 batches?

Back

1 2/7 cups.

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What is 3/5 x 2/3?

Back

2/5.

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How many pumpkins were picked if 2/3 of 21 pumpkins have been picked?

Back

14 pumpkins.

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What is 4/5 x 1/8?

Back

1/10.

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

Back

The numerator represents the number of parts being considered.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

Back

The denominator represents the total number of equal parts in a whole.

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What is the first step in multiplying fractions?

Back

Multiply the numerators.