Understanding Area Models in Fraction Multiplication

Understanding Area Models in Fraction Multiplication

Assessment

Interactive Video

Mathematics

5th - 6th Grade

Hard

Created by

Thomas White

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The video tutorial explains how to multiply a fraction by another fraction using an area model. It involves setting up the equation, partitioning the area model, shading the relevant sections, and identifying overlapping areas to calculate the result. The example used is multiplying 1 and 2/3 by 3/4, demonstrating the process step-by-step.

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19 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of using an area model in fraction multiplication?

To subtract fractions

To divide fractions

To visualize the multiplication process

To add fractions easily

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the given problem, which fraction is greater than one?

1 and 2/3

3/4

Neither is greater than one

Both are greater than one

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the equation used in the video for multiplication?

1 and 1/2 times 2/3

2/3 times 4/5

1 and 2/3 times 3/4

1/2 times 3/4

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do we label one fraction as length and the other as width in the area model?

To subtract the fractions

To calculate the area

To find the perimeter

To add the fractions

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in using an area model for fraction multiplication?

Counting the pieces

Setting up the equation

Partitioning the model

Shading the model

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many partitions are needed for the fraction 3/4?

3

6

4

5

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the numerator of a fraction tell us in the area model?

The total number of partitions

The number of shaded parts

The number of unshaded parts

The total area

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