What is the algorithm for multiplying rational numbers?
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To multiply a rational number(fraction), you multiply across the numerators and denominators. For example: B A × Y X = B Y A X or if 5 3 × 6 3 = 30 9 which you need to reduce by 3 since it is a common multiple 30 9 = 10 3
To multiply rational numbers, multiply the numerators together and multiply the denominators together. Then, simplify the resulting fraction if possible. For example, 5 3 × 6 3 = 30 9 simplifies to 10 3 .
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