1. 2-6 Multiplying Rational Numbers Objective: To multiply rational numbers

2. Drill #23* Find each product. Remember to reduce your answer. 1. 2. 3.

3. Quiz Tomorrow Adding and subtracting integers Adding and subtracting rational numbers Multiplying and Dividing rational numbers Classifying numbers (Natural, Whole, Integers, Rational, Irrational, Real) Adding and subtracting matrices

4. Classwork* Take out homework 2-1, and 2-3 Complete 2-6 Practice #22 - #31. You may work in groups of 2 (no more) Off task = loss of points (If I say your name your losing points)

5. Dividing Rational Numbers **(19.) Definition: To divide any rational number by another, multiply by the multiplicative inverse (the reciprocal) Change all division to multiplication by the reciprocal! Example:

6. Classwork (#23*) Simplify: 4. 5. 6.

7. Complex Fraction **(20.) Definition: A fraction that has one or more fractions in the numerator or denominator. To simplify a complex fraction, rewrite it as a division sentence. Example:

8. Classwork (#23*) 7. 8. 9.

9. Division and the distributive property Use the distributive property when dividing more than one term: 1.Change all division to multiplication 2.Distribute the fraction