Multiplying and Dividing Fractions Made Easy
Year 6 Mathematics Building confidence with fractions Step-by-step strategies
What Are Fractions?
Parts of a whole Numerator (top number) - parts we have Denominator (bottom number) - total parts Examples: 1/2, 3/4, 5/8
Fraction Review Activity
Look at the shapes on your worksheet Identify what fraction is shaded Write the fraction below each shape Share your answers with a partner
Multiplying Fractions - The Easy Way!
Step 1: Multiply the numerators together Step 2: Multiply the denominators together Step 3: Simplify if possible Example: 1/2 × 3/4 = 3/8
Multiplying Fractions Examples
{"left":"2/3 × 1/4 = 2/12 = 1/6\n1/5 × 2/3 = 2/15","right":"3/4 × 2/5 = 6/20 = 3/10\n4/7 × 1/2 = 4/14 = 2/7"}
Quick Check: Multiplying Fractions
What is 2/5 × 3/7? Remember: multiply straight across! Don't forget to simplify if you can
Dividing Fractions - Flip and Multiply!
Step 1: Keep the first fraction the same Step 2: Flip the second fraction (reciprocal) Step 3: Change division to multiplication Step 4: Multiply as normal
Keep, Change, Flip Method
Practice Time!
Complete the fraction problems on your worksheet Use 'Keep, Change, Flip' for division Multiply 'straight across' for multiplication Check your answers with a classmate
Remember the Key Rules
Multiplying fractions: Multiply straight across Dividing fractions: Keep, Change, Flip Always simplify your final answer when possible