Multiplying/Dividing Rational Numbers

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What is a rational number?

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A rational number is any number that can be expressed as the quotient or fraction of two integers, where the denominator is not zero.

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How do you multiply two rational numbers?

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To multiply two rational numbers, multiply their numerators together and their denominators together. Simplify the result if possible.

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What is the product of -⅞ and -⅗?

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The product is 21/40.

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What is the simplest form of 5/6?

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5/6 is already in simplest form.

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How do you divide two rational numbers?

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To divide two rational numbers, multiply the first number by the reciprocal of the second number.

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What is the reciprocal of 3/4?

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The reciprocal of 3/4 is 4/3.

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What is 3.8 multiplied by 4?

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3.8 multiplied by 4 equals 15.2.

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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 the product of 2/3 and 3/5?

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The product is 2/5.

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the original denominator.