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How is multiplying of fractions simialar to dividing of fractions?
In multiplication and division of fractions, both involve multiplication. This is their similarity. In multiplication of fractions, multiply the numerator by the numerator of the other fraction and the denominator by the denominator of the other fraction. Example: 1/2 * 2/3 = 2/6 In division of fractions, reciprocate the divisor then follow the step in multiplying fractions. Example: 1/2 ÷ 2/3 = 1/2 * 3/2 = 3/4
How does dividing a number by a fraction involve multiplication?
When dividing by a fraction, the answer is obtained by multiplying by the reciprocal.
Why is there no common denominator when multiplying or dividing fractions?
Because it is not how multiplication or division are defined.
When doing fractions why is it easier to multiply and divide fractions than add and substract fractions?
It is easier to multiply or divide fractions than to add or subtract fractions because in multiplication, you just have to multiply the numerator by the numerator and the denominator by the denominator. Same applies with division of fractions, except that you have to reciprocate the fraction you're dividing with (divisor) then proceed to multiplication. Whereas, in addition and subtraction of fractions, you still have to get their Least Common Denominator (LCD).
When dividing fractions or mixed numbers?
what is dividing fractions and mixed numebers
