118/131 multiplied by 139/3 in Fraction Form

The result of 118/131 multiplied by 139/3 is: 41 289/393

Step-by-Step Solution

Step 1: Understand the Problem

We need to multiply the fractions \(\frac118131\) and \(\frac1393\).

Step 2: Multiply the Numerators

Multiply the numerators: 118 × 139 = 16402

Step 3: Multiply the Denominators

Multiply the denominators: 131 × 3 = 393

Step 4: Convert to Mixed Number

The fraction \(\frac16402393\) can be written as the mixed number \(41\frac289393\).

Final Answer

The result of 118/131 multiplied by 139/3 is:

\[ \frac{118}{131} \times \frac{139}{3} = 41\frac289393 \]

Understanding Fraction Multiplication

How to Multiply Fractions

To multiply fractions, you multiply the numerators together and the denominators together:

\( \frac{a}{b} \times \frac{c}{d} = \frac{a \times c}{b \times d} \)

After multiplying, it's always good practice to simplify the fraction to its lowest form.

Why Simplify Fractions?

Simplifying fractions makes them easier to work with and understand. A fraction is in its simplest form when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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