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Multiplying fractions concept

Multiplying fractions concept intro

This math skill introduces the concept of multiplying fractions. It explains that repeating addition of the same fraction multiple times is equivalent to multiplying the numerator by the number of times it is added, with simplification to express the result as a whole number if possible.

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Let's see what 3 of the same fraction equals

Adding the same thing 3 times is the same as multiplying by 3, in fractions like it is in whole numbers

By counting, we can see that we have 12 sixths, since we have 3 groups of 4. It's the same as multiplying the top of the fraction by 3

If we simplify, 12 sixths, is the same as 2 wholes.