Question

What is 5/8ths  of 48 , I need help I really don't get it 

Answer 1

$\frac58\ \cdot\ 48=\\=\frac58\ \cdot\ \frac{48}{1}=\\=\frac51\ \cdot\ \frac61=\\=5\ \cdot\ 6=\\=30$

Answer 2

You multiply 5/8 with 48.
The answer will then be 30.