Visualizing Fraction Multiplication with Areas
Visualizing Fraction Multiplication with Areas
Use an area model to explore how two fractions are multiplied. Adjust the model to see how the shaded region represents the product.
Putting It All Together
Answer these open ended questions on your own or with others to form deeper math connections.
Domanda a risposta aperta 1
How do the denominators relate to the area of the small rectangle?
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How do the numerators relate to the number of rectangles tiling the shaded rectangle in the area model?
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Rolland says, “Finding products of fractions is easy. Just multiply the numerators together and multiply the denominators together.” Can area models justify Rolland’s claim? Why or why not?
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