Multiplying Fractions

4th GradeMath50 min

Learning Objective

I can multiply a fraction by a whole number.

Lesson Flow

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5 min

Guided Notes

10 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • The fraction 2/5 can be represented as 2 times 1/5, which means having two 1/5s added together.

  • 3 times 2/5 is the same as 3 times 2 times 1/5, which equals 6 times 1/5, or 6/5.

  • 3 times 2/5 can also be seen as 3 times (1/5 + 1/5), which means adding six 1/5s together, resulting in 6/5.

Practice

15 min

12 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

What is 4 × ²⁄₇? Show your work.

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