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A rectangle measures 2 1/2 inches by 1 5/16 inches. What is its area? as a mixed number

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Answer:

3 9/32

Explanation:

First:

Convert any mixed numbers to fractions.

Then your initial equation becomes: 105/32

Applying the fractions formula for multiplication,

Simplifying 105/32, the answer is 3 9/32

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