MULTIPLICATION AND DIVISION OF FRACTION

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the correct first step when multiplying two fractions?

• Add the numerators

• Multiply the numerators

• Multiply the denominators

• Add the denominators

Open Ended

Explain the steps involved in multiplying mixed numbers as shown in the image.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the correct result of multiplying 1/2 by 3/4?

• 1/6

• 3/8

• 2/7

• 5/8

Multiple Choice

What is the result of 2/5 × 1/3 × 3/4?

• 1/10

• 1/4

• 1/6

• 1/8

Fill in the Blanks

Fill in the blank: To divide fractions, you keep the first fraction, change the division sign to multiplication, and

the second fraction.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are correct steps for dividing 2/3 by 4/5?

• Keep 2/3, change ÷ to ×, flip 4/5 to 5/4

• Multiply numerators and denominators directly

• Flip both fractions

• Change 2/3 to 3/2 and multiply by 4/5

Open Ended

Describe the 'Keep-Change-Flip' method for dividing fractions and provide an example.

Open Ended

How would you explain the importance of reducing fractions after multiplication?

Multiple Choice

What is the correct process for multiplying two fractions?

• Multiply the numerators and denominators, then reduce if necessary

• Add the numerators and denominators

• Multiply only the numerators

• Multiply only the denominators