SOLUTION: What is [ 8 * 5/12 ] I know it is simple I just don't get it

Question 822250: What is [ 8 * 5/12 ] I know it is simple I just don't get it

Answer by TimothyLamb(4379) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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8 * 5/12
8/1 * 5/12
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when multiplying fractions, just multiply the numerators, then multiply the denominators, then simplify
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8/1 * 5/12
(8*5)/(1*12)
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you can simplify further because the numerator and denominator have common factors
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(2*4*5)/(1*3*4)
(2*5)/(1*3)
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answer:
10/3
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