Multiplying fractions

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Learning objective overview

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Resources

  • Alpha textbook: Multiplying Fractions, Ex 8.01, pg 119
  • Alpha textbook: Contextual Questions, Ex 8.02, pgs 120 & 121
  • CorbettMaths worksheetQuestions PDF · Answers

Terminology

  • Top (referring to numerator)
  • Bottom (referring to denominator)
  • Cross-cancellation
  • Of

Task goals

  • Multiply two fractions by multiplying the numerators and multiplying the denominators.
  • Simplify a product of fractions using its highest common factor, including by cross-cancelling before multiplying.
  • Multiply a whole number by a fraction.
  • Convert a mixed number to an improper fraction before multiplying.
  • Check whether a claimed product of fractions is correct, and compare two products to decide which is greater.
  • Solve real-world problems that require multiplying fractions, such as finding a fraction of a fraction of a quantity.

Key skills

  • Multiply fractions
  • Cross cancel

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  • 81 total questions
  • 3 difficulty levels
  • Answers included