127/257 multiplied by 63/2 in Fraction Form

The result of 127/257 multiplied by 63/2 is: 15 291/514

Step-by-Step Solution

Step 1: Understand the Problem

We need to multiply the fractions \(\frac127257\) and \(\frac632\).

Step 2: Multiply the Numerators

Multiply the numerators: 127 × 63 = 8001

Step 3: Multiply the Denominators

Multiply the denominators: 257 × 2 = 514

Step 4: Convert to Mixed Number

The fraction \(\frac8001514\) can be written as the mixed number \(15\frac291514\).

Final Answer

The result of 127/257 multiplied by 63/2 is:

\[ \frac{127}{257} \times \frac{63}{2} = 15\frac291514 \]

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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