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Multiplying Fractions

For each problem, draw your own fraction bar. Solve each problem and write an equation. Use your work to fill in the table below.

• 5 1 2 1 half of the bar is shaded. If 3 5 3 fifths of the shaded part is striped, how much of the bar is striped?

• 6 1 2 1 half of the bar is shaded. If 4 5 4 fifths of the shaded part is striped, how much of the bar is striped?

  How Much of the Bar Is Striped?

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• 7 Look at the table. You already have a rule for finding the denominator of the product by multiplying the denominators of the factors. Can you come up with a rule for finding the numerator of the product? Write it down. Talk to a partner about what your rule is and why you think it works.

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