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Multiply 5/8⋅4/5.

Simplify the answer, if possible.
9/13
1 1/740
20/40
1/2

User Willowherb
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Answer:

1/2

The LCD is 40, so find the rest using expressions and comparisons.

  • 8 × 5 = 40

5/8 × 4/5 = 20/40

20 ÷ 20 = 1

40 ÷ 20 = 2

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