1. Keys To Multiplying Fractions
Multiply the numerators
Multiply the denominators
Always simplify your answer (GCF can aid in reducing fractions)
Numerators
Denominators

2. Multiply Fractions
Is the same as:

3. Multiplying fractions (cont.)
You must remember to simplify your answers when you are requested to do so.
Final answer

4. Reducing Fractions
When reducing fractions you must remember that what ever number you find to “go into” the top number without a remainder , it must also “go into” the bottom number without a remainder.

5. Multiplying Fractions (cont.)
Short cuts (reduce before multiplying)
In this example, the 4s cancel each other.

6. Multiply Mixed Numbers
Mixed Numbers are no problem, convert to improper fractions and then take advantage of prior knowledge.
Final Answer
Same Number

7. Word Problem Example
John has a whole pizza that contains 8 slices. If he ate ¼ of the whole pizza, how many slices did he eat? Show your work and answer the question in a complete sentence
Answer is:

8. Second Example
A recipe called for 6 cups of flour and it is for 24 servings. If you only had 2 cups of flour in your pantry, how many servings will 2 cups of flour produce? Show all of your work. Answer is:

9. Additional resources.
This website will show a pictorial representation for multiplying fractions. Also known as mathematical modeling for multiplying fractions.