Fraction Multiplication and Simplification Quiz

What is the first step in multiplying fractions?

• Add the numerators and denominators

• Multiply the numerators and denominators

• Subtract the numerators and denominators

• Divide the numerators and denominators

When simplifying the fraction 36/60, what is the greatest common factor used?

• 6

• 9

• 12

• 15

What is the alternative method to simplify fractions before multiplying?

• Simplifying the whole fraction first

• Finding common factors diagonally

• Subtracting numerators and denominators

• Adding numerators and denominators

Which numbers are simplified when looking diagonally at 3 and 15?

• 1 and 3

• 3 and 5

• 1 and 5

• 3 and 15

After simplifying diagonally, what are the new numbers used for multiplication?

• 1 and 3

• 1 and 5

• 4 and 12

• 3 and 15