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

2. Multiplying Rational Numbers
Lesson 5.5

3. Multiplying

4. 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 ,

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

6. Find the Product : 1 3

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

8. Find the Product: -9 1 2 1

9. Homework:
Extra Practice 5.5 worksheet!