Perform the indicated operation 2 3/8 x 5 3/4

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4 0

Hello!

Change each mixed number to an improper fraction to make it easier

2 3/8 = 19/8

5 3/4 = 23/4

Now, multiply

19/8 × 23/4 = 437/32 = 13 21/32

Answer ⇒ 13 21/32

Ratling [72]3 years ago

3 0

2 $\frac{3}{8}$ = $\frac{2(8)+3}{8} = \frac{19}{8}$
5 $\frac{3}{4} = \frac{5(4)+3}{4} = \frac{23}{4}$

$\frac{19}{8}$ ÷ $\frac{23}{4}$
= $\frac{19}{8}$ x $\frac{4}{23}$
= $\frac{19(4)}{8(23)}$
= $\frac{19}{2(23)}$
= $\frac{19}{46}$

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<h3>Answer: 100 meters</h3>

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