Question

(−2 1/5) × (−5 3/4) as a fraction

Answer 1

Answer:

-23 over 10

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer 2

Answer:

253/20

Step-by-step explanation:

(−2 1/5) × (−5 3/4) =

1. change both mixed numerals into fractions.

= -11/5 × (-23/4)

2. Since both numbers are negative, the product is positive. Multiply both numerators together. Multiply both denominators together.

= 253/20

253 is the product of 2 prime numbers, 11 and 23. 20 is the product of 2² and 5. There are no common factors in the numerator and denominator, so this fraction cannot be reduced.

Answer: 253/20