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When multiplying fractions, what is the first step?
When multiplying fractions, what is the first step?
- Multiply the two denominators
- Multiply the two numerators (correct)
- Find the reciprocal of the second fraction
- Add the two numerators
What is the result of $\frac{1}{5} \times \frac{1}{4}$?
What is the result of $\frac{1}{5} \times \frac{1}{4}$?
- $\frac{1}{9}$
- $\frac{4}{20}$
- $\frac{1}{9}$
- $\frac{1}{20}$ (correct)
When dividing fractions, what is the first step?
When dividing fractions, what is the first step?
- Multiply the two denominators
- Add the two numerators
- Find the reciprocal of the second fraction (correct)
- Multiply the two numerators
What is the result of $\frac{2}{5} \div \frac{2}{3}$?
What is the result of $\frac{2}{5} \div \frac{2}{3}$?
When multiplying and dividing fractions, is a common denominator needed?
When multiplying and dividing fractions, is a common denominator needed?
What is the result of adding $4/10$ and $3/10$?
What is the result of adding $4/10$ and $3/10$?
What is the result of subtracting $3/10$ from $4/10$?
What is the result of subtracting $3/10$ from $4/10$?
If you run $2/5$ of a mile in the morning and later run for $3/5$ of a mile, what is the total distance covered?
If you run $2/5$ of a mile in the morning and later run for $3/5$ of a mile, what is the total distance covered?
If you walk $3/4$ of a mile and then walk another $2/3$ of a mile, what is the total distance covered?
If you walk $3/4$ of a mile and then walk another $2/3$ of a mile, what is the total distance covered?
If you drain $1/4$ of a quart of gas from a tank that had $3/4$ of a quart, how much gas is left in the tank?
If you drain $1/4$ of a quart of gas from a tank that had $3/4$ of a quart, how much gas is left in the tank?
Flashcards
Multiplying Fractions
Multiplying Fractions
Multiply the two numerators and the two denominators.
Result of 1/5 x 1/4
Result of 1/5 x 1/4
The result is 1/20.
Dividing Fractions
Dividing Fractions
First step is to find the reciprocal of the second fraction.
Result of 2/5 ÷ 2/3
Result of 2/5 ÷ 2/3
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Common Denominator for Multiplication/Division
Common Denominator for Multiplication/Division
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Adding 4/10 and 3/10
Adding 4/10 and 3/10
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Subtracting 3/10 from 4/10
Subtracting 3/10 from 4/10
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Total distance for 2/5 and 3/5
Total distance for 2/5 and 3/5
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Walking 3/4 and 2/3 miles
Walking 3/4 and 2/3 miles
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Gas left after draining 1/4 from 3/4
Gas left after draining 1/4 from 3/4
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