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To multiply fractions you multiply together the numerators(top) and place it on the top.

Then multiply the denominators and place it on the bottom. #

Then if possible cancel down (reduce).

e.g.

2/3 X 5/3 =

10/9

This does NOT reduce but can be converted to a mixed number ,

10/9 = 1 1/9

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