21/271 multiplied by 149/4 in Fraction Form

The result of 21/271 multiplied by 149/4 is: 2 961/1084

Step-by-Step Solution

Step 1: Understand the Problem

We need to multiply the fractions \(\frac21271\) and \(\frac1494\).

Step 2: Multiply the Numerators

Multiply the numerators: 21 × 149 = 3129

Step 3: Multiply the Denominators

Multiply the denominators: 271 × 4 = 1084

Step 4: Convert to Mixed Number

The fraction \(\frac31291084\) can be written as the mixed number \(2\frac9611084\).

Final Answer

The result of 21/271 multiplied by 149/4 is:

\[ \frac{21}{271} \times \frac{149}{4} = 2\frac9611084 \]

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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