Example 1 Multiplying Fractions a. 5 2 – 3 2 – Use rule for multiplying fractions. = 2 – () 2 – 5 3 Use rule for multiplying fractions. = – 5 Evaluate numerator and denominator. = 15 4 = 3 – – Divide out common factors. b – 6 5
Example 1 Multiplying Fractions = 4 1 – Multiply.
Example 2 Multiple Choice Practice What is the value of ? SOLUTION Commutative property of multiplication = Inverse property of multiplication 8 1 = 1
Example 2 Identity property of multiplication 8 1 = Multiple Choice Practice ANSWER The correct answer is B.
Guided Practice Find the product. Simplify if possible. for Examples 1 and – ANSWER 8 3 – ANSWER – 9 7 – 2.