Question

1. solve.

$\frac{7}{8} \times \frac{3}{5}$

Explanation:

Step1: Convert mixed number to improper fraction

$5\frac{6}{8} = \frac{5\times8 + 6}{8} = \frac{46}{8}$

Step2: Multiply by the whole number

$\frac{46}{8} \times 3 = \frac{46\times3}{8} = \frac{138}{8}$

Step3: Simplify the fraction

$\frac{138}{8} = \frac{69}{4}$ or convert back to mixed number: $17\frac{1}{4}$

Answer:

$\frac{69}{4}$ or $17\frac{1}{4}$