Question

need help to help solve this problem. 7 1/8 x 5 2/3 =

Answer 1

The question requires that you evaluate the product of the given mixed fractions:

$7\frac{1}{8}\times5\frac{2}{3}$

Express, the mixed fractions as improper fractions:

$\frac{57}{8}\times\frac{17}{3}$

Since 3 can divide 57 without remainder, it follows:

$\frac{57}{8}\times\frac{17}{3}=\frac{57\times17}{8\times3}=\frac{19\times17}{8\times1}=\frac{323}{8}$

Change the improper fraction to mixed fraction:

$\frac{323}{8}=40\frac{3}{8}$

The product of the mixed fractions is 40 3/8.