5/4 multiplied by 1/2 in Fraction Form

The result of 5/4 multiplied by 1/2 is: 5/8

Step-by-Step Solution

Step 1: Understand the Problem

We need to multiply the fractions \(\frac54\) and \(\frac12\).

Step 2: Multiply the Numerators

Multiply the numerators: 5 × 1 = 5

Step 3: Multiply the Denominators

Multiply the denominators: 4 × 2 = 8

Final Answer

The result of 5/4 multiplied by 1/2 is:

\[ \frac{5}{4} \times \frac{1}{2} = \frac58 \]

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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