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Multiplying and Dividing Rational Numbers

3.4 & 3.5



Integer Rules for Multiplying and Dividing
+ x + = +
- X - = +
- X + = -

Multiplying Fractions
Straight across the top
Straight across the bottom
REDUCE!!!
2/3 x 5/4 = 10/12 REDUCE (divide by two)
5/6

Dividing Fractions
KISS AND FLIP
2/3 divided by 6/7 = 2/3 x 7/6 = 14/18
(reduce and divide by 2) = 7/9

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