Two Meanings of a Fraction Multiplication.

Mick, Harold W.; Sinicrope, Rose

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ERIC Number: EJ407597

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Publication Date: 1989

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Two Meanings of a Fraction Multiplication.

Mick, Harold W.; Sinicrope, Rose

School Science and Mathematics, v89 n8 p632-39 Dec 1989

Discussed is the meaning of the word "of" as is found in mathematical expressions that involve fractional numbers. The conceptual rather than numerical distinction is stressed. Teaching techniques regarding difficulties with this concept are suggested. (CW)

Descriptors: Arithmetic, Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary Secondary Education, Fractions, Mathematics Education, Multiplication, Problem Solving, Reciprocals (Mathematics), Secondary School Mathematics, Word Problems (Mathematics)

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Language: English

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