To multiply fractions by fractions
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Steps to multiply fractions
Step 1 first you multiply the numerator (the top number) by the other numerator(s). Then step 2 multiply the denominator (the bottom number) by the other denominator(s). Step 3 if your teacher asks for you to simplify just find a number that is divisible by both numbers the one on top and the one on the bottom, if you can't find a number than it's already simplified.
Some examples.
can you multiply more than two fractions at a time?
Yes, you can just follow the same steps by multiplying the numerators then by the denominators and simplifying if needed.
Is there a way to use pictures?
Yes, there is a way ti use pictures by first drawing a rectangle second like in the picture turn it into 2/3 either way and then divide by 6 equal parts then shade in how many you need in each row and then simplify if needed.
how to simplify fractions before you start!
Another fast way to get your answer is to find a denominator and numerator highest multiple to divide so if your denominator is 6 diagonal from it is the numerator and yours is 12 than a multiple of the two is 6 so divide by 6 is 1 and two and if there is no multiple than keep the same. This can also be done with the other denominator in the same steps and sometimes there will be 2 or 1 or even 0 multiples if your using 2 but this also works for more than two.