Fraction Multiplication


Example: Multiply
2
3
6
×
3
3
9

Step One: Simplify Non-Whole-Number Parts

Now we have:
2
1
2
×
3
1
3

Step Two: Convert Mixed Fractions to Improper Fractions

Now we have:
5
2
×
10
3

Step Three: Cancel Factors If Possible Over Top and Bottom

Now we have
5
1
×
5
3

Step Four: Multiply Across Numerators and Denominators

25
3

Step Five: Simplify Back Into Mixed Fraction

8
1
3

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