In this lesson,
we will see more
examples on how
to multiply
fractions. Also,
we will learn to
make use of
common factor to
simplify the
multiplication.
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About This Lesson
In the previous lesson, we learned about the basics on multiplying fractions.
Now, we will see more examples on
multiplying two fractions that are:
2 proper fractions
1 proper and 1 improper fraction
2 mixed
fractions.
Also, we will learn to make use of common
factor to simplify the multiplication whenever
possible.
The study tips and math video
below will explain more.
Study Tips
Tip #1 - The basics on how to multiply fractions
The lesson on multiplying fractions
has already explained the basics needed. Please go through it if you are not
sure about it.
Tip #2 - Simplify the multiplication using Common Factor
It is possible to simplify the multiplication if there is at least one
common factor in the fractions. For example, let's multiply:
Multiplying the fraction gives:
Notice that 3 and 9 have the common factor, 3. Therefore we can divide these two numbers with 3.
This gives 1 and 3 respectively:
Since we unable to further simplify
the fractions, we can continue by
multiplying them. This gives:
Question 1 on
simplify and multiply two proper
fractions
Question 2
on simplify and multiply two proper fractions
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