Question

If Darlene reads 5/8 of a 56 page book how many pages did she read?

Answer 1

Answer: 35

Remember: the word "of" usually implies multiplication.

5/8 x 56
280/8
35

You can also check your work.
35/56 = 5/8
5/8 = 5/8 

Answer 2

Darlene read 35 pages of the book.