Question

Is 2/3 x 5/8 the same as 5/8 x 2/3 explain.

Answer 1

2/3 x 5/8 = 5/8 x 2/3 is True

Explanation:

Simplify the following: Left-Hand

2/3×5/8

2/3×5/8 = (2×5)/(3×8):

(2×5)/(3×8)

2/8 = 2/(2×4) = 1/4:

5/(3×4)

3×4 = 12:

Answer: 5/12

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Simplify the following: Right-Hand

5/8×2/3

5/8×2/3 = (5×2)/(8×3):

(5×2)/(8×3)

2/8 = 2/(2×4) = 1/4:

5/(4×3)

4×3 = 12:

Answer: 5/12