Question

Find the product of 5 2/3 and 4 1/2 . Express your answer in simplest form.

Answer 1

5 2/3 x  4  1/2


= ( 15/3 +  2/3)   x  (8/2 + 1/2)


= 17/3 x 9/2

= (17 x 9 ) / (3x2)

= 153 / 6   ................................... Divide both top and bottom numbers with 3

= 51/2



= 25 1/2

Answer 2

5 2/3 times 4 1/2

=17/3 times 9/2

=25 1/2