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How to Multiply Fractions: Easy 3-Step Guide with Examples

Multiplying fractions is easier than adding them! Learn the straight-across rule.

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Sparky Academic TeamCurriculum Specialist
4 min readUpdated 2026-09-17
Quick Summary / TL;DR

Multiply straight across! Multiply the top numbers (numerators), then multiply the bottom numbers (denominators), and simplify to lowest terms.

Core Equation / Rule:
ab × cd = a × cb × d
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Top times Top, Bottom times Bottom!
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The 4-Step Solving Process

1

Multiply the Numerators

2 × 3 = 6

Multiply the top two numbers straight across.

2

Multiply the Denominators

5 × 4 = 20

Multiply the bottom two numbers straight across.

3

Simplify to Lowest Terms

620 = 310

Divide numerator and denominator by their greatest common factor (GCF).

Multiplying Fractions: No Common Denominator Needed!

Unlike adding or subtracting fractions, you do not need a common denominator to multiply fractions!

23 × 45 = 2 × 43 × 5 = 815

Follow our 3 simple steps to master this topic on any worksheet or quiz.

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