To multiply two simple fractions, complete the following steps.
Example : Multiply .
Answer. Multiply the numerators and the denominators, but leave them in factored form .
Factor the numerator and denominator and look for the fractions that have a value of 1.
Now prove to yourself with your calculator that your answer is correct. Calculate the answers to 3 divided by 4 and 8 divided by 9 and multiply the two answers. Now calculate 2 divided by 3. If you are correct, the answers are the same (equivalent) and you have successfully multiplied two simple fractions.
Problem 1: Reduce the fraction .
Problem 2: Multiply and reduce the answer.
Problem 3: Multiply and reduce the answer.
Problem 4: Multiply and reduce the answer.
Problem 5: Multiply and reduce the answer.
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Problem 7: Multiply and reduce the answer.