The document provides steps for multiplying rational numbers and fractions. It begins with examples of multiplying fractions such as -2/6 × -3/11, and provides steps like multiplying straight across and simplifying the answer. It then discusses multiplying mixed numbers, like changing to improper fractions first before multiplying. Further examples include multiplying rational expressions like 3.2(8x - 2x) and evaluating expressions with fractions of quantities. The document emphasizes best practices for rational number operations like simplifying before multiplying.