Exploring Whole by Fraction Multiplication Models

The video tutorial explains how to multiply whole numbers by fractions using models. It begins with an introduction to the concept, followed by examples such as multiplying two by one-fourth, four by one-half, and two by two-thirds. Each example is demonstrated with visual aids to simplify the process. The tutorial concludes with a recap of the steps involved in multiplying whole numbers by fractions and emphasizes simplifying the results.

What does multiplying a whole number by a fraction typically represent?

• Division of fractions

• Addition of whole numbers

• Groups of the fraction repeated

• Subtraction using fractions

If you multiply 2 by 1/4, what fraction of the whole do you get?

• 1/8

• 1/2

• 1/4

• 2/4

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TEKS.MATH.4.3A

What is the result of 4 times 1/2?

• 1/2

• 2

• 4

• 1

How do you simplify the fraction 4/2?

• 2

• 1/2

• 2/1

• 1

What is the simplified form of two groups of two-thirds?

• 1 1/3

• 2/3

• 1 2/3

• 1

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TEKS.MATH.4.3A

How many thirds are there in two groups of two-thirds?

• Six

• Three

• Four

• Two

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TEKS.MATH.3.3A

TEKS.MATH.3.3D

What is the first step in multiplying a whole number by a fraction using models?

• Simplify the fraction

• Draw the fraction

• Multiply the numerators

• Identify the whole number

What should you do after drawing the initial fraction in the model?

• Repeat it as per the whole number

• Convert it to a decimal

• Add the fractions

• Simplify immediately

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TEKS.MATH.3.3A

TEKS.MATH.3.3D

How do you handle improper fractions when multiplying whole numbers by fractions?

• Convert to mixed numbers

• Ignore them

• Leave as is

• Only simplify

What is the final step in the process of multiplying whole numbers by fractions using models?

• Group pieces to form wholes

• Draw another fraction

• Review the multiplication table

• Erase unnecessary marks