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Simplify the expressions in parts (a) through (f). Then answer the questions in part (g) using complete sentences.

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Try to recall multiplication shortcuts for multiplying by , , or .

When multiplying a whole number by a fraction, multiply the numerator of the fraction by the whole number and then divide by the denominator.

  1. Use the above examples to answer the following questions:

  • What happens when you multiply a number by ?

  • What happens when you multiply a positive number by a positive number less than ?

  • What happens when you multiply a positive number by a number greater than ?