Mathematics - Fractions - Multiplying fractions - Area Model for Fraction Multiplication
Show a square representing 1 whole. To multiply 2/3 × 3/4: First divide horizontally into 3 rows, shade 2 rows (2/3). Then divide vertically into 4 columns, shade 3 columns (3/4). The OVERLAP region represents the answer: 6 out of 12 small rectangles = 6/12 = 1/2. Let the student adjust both fractio