Mathematics·Fractions·procedural
Multiplying fractions
Understand a/b as a multiple of 1/b; multiply proper fractions and mixed numbers by whole numbers, supported by visual models (e.g. 3 × 2/5 = 6/5 = 1 1/5)
Suggested ages 9–10
Learning journey
Your child is exploring fractions, decimals, and percentages — understanding how they relate to each other, adding and subtracting fractions, and solving real-world problems involving these concepts.
Evidence of understanding
- Calculate 4 × 3/8 using repeated addition or the rule n × a/b = (n×a)/b
- Multiply 2 1/3 × 3 and express as a mixed number
- Use a visual model to show why 5 × 1/4 = 5/4
Assessment prompt
If a recipe uses 2/3 of a cup of butter and Multiplying fractions wants to make it three times over, can they work out how much butter they need in total?
Standards alignment
No external standards are linked to this topic.