Fraction Multiplier Anchor ChartFraction Multiplier Architect's Guide to Whole Number Multiplication Project No. 4.NF.B.4 Grade 4 Math 3-Step Blueprint 1 Multiply the Top Multiply the whole number by the numerator. 2 Keep the Bottom The denominator (bottom number) stays the same. 3 Check the Result If it's improper, you can change it to a mixed number! Blueprint Example 4 × 2 5 = 8 5 Math Logic \( 4 \times 2 = 8 \) (Numerator Result) Stability \( 5 \rightarrow 5 \) (Denominator Stays) Pro Tip: Multiplying is like repeated addition: \( \frac{2}{5} + \frac{2}{5} + \frac{2}{5} + \frac{2}{5} = \frac{8}{5} \)