Question

What is -1 ⅓ × -⅖Please explain your answer and show your work.​

Answer 1

Answer:

$\frac{8}{15}$

Step-by-step explanation:

1. Change the mixed number into an improper fraction: -1 × 3 = -3, -3 + 1 = -2. Put -2 over 3: $\frac{-2}{3}$  
2. Multiply -2/3 and -2/5: $\frac{-2}{3}$ × $-\frac{2}{5}$ = $\frac{8}{15}$  

Therefore, the answer is $\frac{8}{15}$.