Question

Perform the indicated operation 2 3/8 x 5 3/4

Answer 1

2
`(3)/(8)` =
`(2(8)+3)/(8) = (19)/(8)`
5
`(3)/(4) = (5(4)+3)/(4) = (23)/(4)`


`(19)/(8)`÷
`(23)/(4)`
=
`(19)/(8)` x
`(4)/(23)`
=
`(19(4))/(8(23))`
=
`(19)/(2(23))`
=
`(19)/(46)`

Answer 2

Hello!

Change each mixed number to an improper fraction to make it easier

2 3/8 = 19/8

5 3/4 = 23/4

Now, multiply

19/8 × 23/4 = 437/32 = 13 21/32

Answer ⇒ 13 21/32