Mastering Multiplication of Fractions

This video tutorial covers the process of multiplying fractions, highlighting its simplicity compared to adding or subtracting fractions since no common denominator is needed. The instructor provides a step-by-step guide on multiplying both positive and negative fractions, emphasizing the multiplication of numerators and denominators separately. Two examples are demonstrated: multiplying 4/5 by 2/3 and multiplying -1/2 by 3/5. The video concludes with a brief mention of additional resources for further practice.

What is not required when multiplying fractions?

• A common denominator

• Multiplying numerators

• Multiplying denominators

• Simplifying the result

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

What is the product of 4/5 and 2/3?

• 8/15

• 6/15

• 12/15

• 10/15

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

What is the first step in multiplying fractions?

• Finding a common denominator

• Adding the numerators

• Simplifying the fractions

• Multiplying the numerators

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

What is the denominator in the product of 4/5 and 2/3?

• 8

• 20

• 10

• 15

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

Where can the negative sign be placed when dealing with negative fractions?

• Only in the numerator

• Only in the denominator

• Outside the fraction

• Either in the numerator or the denominator

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2A

CCSS.7.NS.A.2B

What is the result of multiplying -1/2 by 3/5?

• -3/10

• 1/10

• 3/10

• -1/10

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2A

How do you handle the negative sign in a fraction during multiplication?

• Ignore the sign

• Place it in the numerator

• Place it in the denominator

• Any of the above

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2A

What is the numerator in the product of -1/2 and 3/5?

• 3

• 1

• -3

• -1

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2A

In multiplying fractions, if one fraction is negative, the product will be:

• Positive

• Negative

• Either positive or negative

• Zero

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2A

What is the final step after multiplying the numerators and denominators?

• Add the results

• Subtract the denominators

• Simplify the fraction if possible

• None of the above

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6