Fraction Multiplication Concepts and Methods

Fraction Multiplication Concepts and Methods

Assessment

Interactive Video

Mathematics

6th - 7th Grade

Hard

Created by

Thomas White

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Dave from Poly Pad demonstrates two methods for modeling fraction multiplication: the area model and renaming fractions. He provides examples using 3/4 times 5/6 and encourages students to explore and generalize the concept through practice. The video concludes with resources for customizing Poly Pad.

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13 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of using Poly Pad in this video?

To practice addition and subtraction

To visualize fraction multiplication

To learn about geometry

To solve algebraic equations

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the area model, what does the pinkish square represent?

A fraction

A whole

A decimal

A percentage

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many total pieces is the whole split into using the area model?

12

18

30

24

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

Split the whole into rectangles

Use the balance scale

Estimate the product

Rename the fractions

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the result of multiplying 3/4 by 5/6 using the area model?

1/2

15/24

5/7

3/5

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might some students prefer the renaming method over the area model?

It involves less calculation

It is more visual

It is more abstract

It is faster

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in the renaming method?

Rename the fraction bars

Use the balance scale

Estimate the product

Draw a rectangle

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