Question

now, collect \\(\frac{2}{5}\\) of the 20 pieces of fruit. how many pieces of fruit do you need to collect?
complete the statement.
\\(\frac{2}{5}\\) of 20 is ?

Explanation:

Step1: Recall fraction multiplication

To find a fraction of a number, multiply the fraction by the number. So, we calculate $\frac{2}{5} \times 20$.

Step2: Simplify the multiplication

First, simplify $20$ and $5$. $20 \div 5 = 4$. Then multiply by $2$: $2 \times 4 = 8$.

Answer:

8