Multiplying Fractions by Fractions Using Area Models

This video tutorial teaches how to multiply fractions using area models. It begins with an introduction to the concept of multiplying fractions, followed by an explanation of what it means to find a fraction of a number, using 1/4 of 1 as an example. The tutorial highlights common mistakes students make when modeling fraction multiplication. It then applies these concepts to a real-world problem involving cookies at Tammy's Bakery, demonstrating how to use area models to find the fraction of cookies with both vanilla frosting and lemon filling. By the end, viewers will understand how to multiply fractions using area models effectively.

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