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Multiply 2 1/2 x 1/3 you can use the tool to help you

Multiply 2 1/2 x 1/3 you can use the tool to help you-example-1

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Answer:

  • 5/6

Explanation:

First, let's convert all mixed fractions into decimals.

  • 2 1/2 x 1/3
  • => {(2 x 2) + 1}/2 x 1/3
  • => {4 + 1}/2 x 1/3
  • => 5/2 x 1/3
  • => 5/6

Hence, the solution to the multiplication problem is 5/6.

User David Kerins
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Answer:


2 (1)/(2) * (1)/(3)


= (2 * 2 + 1)/(2) * (1)/(3)


=(4 + 1)/(2) * (1)/(3)


= (5)/(2) * (1)/(3)


=(5 * 1)/(2 * 3)


=(5)/(6)

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