Getting Started… (5.5) Write as a Mixed Number: Write as an improper fraction: Solve for s:

Multiplying Rational Numbers Lesson 5.5

Multiplying

Multiplying Rational Numbers If a, b, c, d are whole numbers with b ≠ 0 , and d≠ 0, then: Multiplying by a Unit Fraction: For any two numbers a and b with b ≠ 0 ,

Example 1 (p. 262) Timothy had $16. He spent of his money for theater tickets. How many did he spend for the tickets? $12

Find the Product : 1 3

You can cancel up and down or diagonally – you cannot cancel across! When you cannot multiply any further, multiply across!

Find the Product: -9 1 2 1

Homework: Extra Practice 5.5 worksheet!