To multiply fractions, including those with different denominators, you simply multiply the numerators together and the denominators together, as indicated in the reference material (![Part of a video titled How to Multiply Two Fractions - YouTube]). The final answer is then presented as a fraction.
Here's a breakdown of the process:
Multiplying Fractions: A Step-by-Step Guide
The following steps detail how to multiply fractions, even when their denominators are different:
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Multiply the Numerators: Multiply the top numbers (numerators) of the fractions.
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Multiply the Denominators: Multiply the bottom numbers (denominators) of the fractions.
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Simplify (if possible): Reduce the resulting fraction to its simplest form.
Example
Let's say you want to multiply 1/2 by 2/3.
- Multiply the numerators: 1 * 2 = 2
- Multiply the denominators: 2 * 3 = 6
This gives you the fraction 2/6, which can be simplified to 1/3. Therefore, the final answer is 1/3 (as also emphasized that the multiplied answer is the final answer).
