Question

What multiplication expression might be represented by the visual below? Explain your reasoning and find the product.

Answer 1

1⅓ × ¾ = 1

Explanation:

1 whole is outlined in pink.

Its area = 3 blocks wide × 4 blocks high = 12 blocks

The blue rectangle is 4 blocks long and 3 blocks wide = 12 blocks = 1 whole

4 blocks wide = 1⅓ whole

3 blocks high = ¾ whole

The equivalent multiplication expression is

1⅓ × ¾ = 1