Each the statements below are examples of misconceptions students have when learning to multiply fractions EXCEPT:
A) Treating denominators the same as addition and subtraction.
B) Matching multiplication situations with multiplication situations.
C) Estimating the size of the answer incorrectly.
D) Multiplying the denominator and not numerator.
Answer: D
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