CBSE · Class 7 · Mathematics · Chapter 8

Working with Fractions

Strengthen fraction concepts and learn to calculate with fractions in mathematical and everyday situations.

8 lessons 55 min
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Lessons in this chapter

  1. 1Multiplying Fractions and Whole NumbersUnderstand repeated fractional amounts and find a fraction of a whole-number quantity.
  2. 2Multiplying Two FractionsSee a fraction of a fraction using equal parts, grids, and rectangle areas.
  3. 3The Multiplication Rule and SimplificationDerive the fraction multiplication rule and use common factors to simplify calculations.
  4. 4Understanding the Size of a ProductPredict how multiplication changes positive quantities and explain why factor order does not change the answer.
  5. 5Division of Fractions and ReciprocalsBuild the division rule from missing-factor questions and the meaning of a reciprocal.
  6. 6Reasoning Through Fraction Division ProblemsChoose the right division model, predict answer size, and solve sharing, area, and rate problems.
  7. 7Fractional Relations and Nested FractionsFollow fractions through nested regions and repeated shares while keeping track of the original whole.
  8. 8Chapter Summary and PracticeRevise the whole chapter, connect its methods, and apply them to mixed calculations and visual challenges.
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