Fractions & Mixed Numbers • Lesson 9 ⏱ 5 min read 📅 Updated Nov 2026

How to Multiply Fractions: Top Times Top, Bottom Times Bottom

The easiest fraction operation! Multiply numerators straight across, multiply denominators straight across, and cancel common factors.

Interactive Visual Math Explorer Explore Pizza & Fractions

Slice the pizza or slide the fraction bar to observe how fractions, decimals, and percentages relate in real time:

Interactive Visual Explorer

Try:

Numerator (Top — Slices You Have): 2

Denominator (Bottom — Slices Per Whole Pizza): 3

Area Model: 2/3 of 3/4 Overlaps Exactly Half of the Whole Grid!

ab × cd = a × cb × d

Example: 23 × 45 = 2 × 43 × 5 = 815.

If any top number shares a factor with any bottom number, simplify them before multiplying:

34 × 45 → Cancel common 4s → 31 × 15 = 35

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Solved Step-by-Step Examples:2/3 × 3/4 1/2 × 4/5

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Question 1: Do you need a common denominator to multiply fractions?

Question 2: Calculate 3/5 × 2/7:

Question 3: What is 1/2 of 1/2 visually?

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