We can use fraction models to multiply any two fractions.
Let's figure out how to use models to compute the following product:
We start with the model of
Since we need to multiply by , we split the whole into equal parts horizontally. But this time, we keep the shaded pieces in the bottom rows.
From the picture on the right, we see that the shaded part represents of the whole.
Therefore,
What multiplication problem is represented by the model above?
We have on the left and on the right.
Therefore, the multiplication problem shown is:
What multiplication problem is represented by the model above?
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$\dfrac{1}{2} \times \dfrac{3}{4} = \dfrac{3}{4}$ |
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$\dfrac{1}{4} \times \dfrac{3}{4} = \dfrac{3}{4}$ |
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$\dfrac{3}{2} \times \dfrac{3}{4} = \dfrac{1}{8}$ |
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$\dfrac{1}{2} \times \dfrac{3}{4} = \dfrac{3}{8}$ |
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$\dfrac{1}{2} \times \dfrac{3}{4} = \dfrac{1}{8}$ |
Find the missing numbers in the multiplication problem represented by the model above.
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What number is missing from the multiplication problem above?
We have on the left and on the right.
The shape on the right-hand side is split into equal parts by horizontal lines. So, the shaded part on the right is of the shaded part on the left.
Therefore, the multiplication problem shown is
So, the missing number is
What number is missing from the multiplication problem above?
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Insert the missing number in the multiplication problem below.
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Insert the missing number in the multiplication problem below.
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What picture is missing from the multiplication model below?
In the model, we have on the left.
Since we need to multiply by , we split the whole into equal parts horizontally and ensure that of the parts remain shaded.
From the picture on the right, we see that the shaded part represents of the whole.
Therefore, the missing picture is as follows:
What picture is missing from the multiplication model above?
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Use the model above to calculate
Since we need to multiply by , we split the whole into equal parts horizontally and ensure that of the parts remain shaded.
From the picture on the right, we see that the shaded part represents of the whole.
Therefore,
Use the model above to solve the following multiplication problem. You do not need to simplify your answer.
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