Multiplying Fractions

Multiplying Fractions

1. (1) - First Multiply the denominators

   • This gives you a common denominator
   • For instance 5/5 x 6/2 = 5/10 x 6/10

2. (2) - Secondly, you must multiply the numerators

   • Then this gives you 5/10 x 6/10 = 30/10

3. (3) - Thirdly, you can sometimes simplify down

   • If you use the same example: 30/10 and simplify it then it becomes 3/1