Write a paragraph to help Miguel explain to Hannah how to complete the problems. Be sure to explain the process step-by-step (remember he is helping a 4th grader) and don’t forget to explain how to find the common denominator.
1.) 14/15 multiplied by 5/2
Steps in multiplying fractions. Remember: finding common denominator is not necessary in multiplying fractions. Common denominators are only needed in adding and subtracting fractions.
14/15 * 5/2Â
Step 1. Multiply the numerators. 14 * 5 = 70 Step 2. Multiply the denominators 15 * 2 = 30 Step 3. Simplify the fraction. 70/30 = 2 10/30 = 2 1/3 Â Â Â
*the fraction 10/30 can still be simplified by dividing both numbers by 10. Hence, 1/3.
Steps in Dividing fractions.
24/60 ÷ 8/15
Step 1. Get the reciprocal of the 2nd fraction. Reciprocal means the reverse of the fraction. Simply swap the places of the numbers.
Reciprocal of 8/15 is 15/8.
Step 2. Multiply the 1st fraction to the reciprocal of the 2nd fraction. Follow steps in multiplying fractions.