A fraction represents a part of a whole and is expressed as a ratio of two integers, where the numerator is the part and the denominator is the whole.

To multiply two fractions, multiply the numerators together to get the new numerator and multiply the denominators together to get the new denominator. Simplify if necessary.

1/2 x 1/3 = 1/6.

The model visually demonstrates how parts of fractions combine to form a new fraction.

Simplifying fractions makes them easier to understand and work with, and it helps in finding equivalent fractions.

An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

5/4 = 1 1/4.

A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction.

Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that result over the original denominator.

The equation represents multiplying the whole number 4 by the fraction 4/6.