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Solve three fourths times two thirds. Leave answer as improper fraction

a. 5/12
b.6/12
c.5/7
d. 6/7

User Robo Mop
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B is the correct answer



3/4 times 2/3 is 0.5

6/12 is 1/2, 1/2 is 0.5
User Gerardnimo
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Answer:

B)
(6)/(12)

Explanation:

Note that you do not need to simplify. Simply multiply straight across:


(3)/(4) * (2)/(3) = (3 * 2)/(4 * 3) = (6)/(12)

B)
(6)/(12) is your answer.

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User Mihir Dave
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