Question

What is the area of
5 x 2 1/2

Answer 1

25/2 or 12.5

Explanation:

1. Convert 2 1/2 into a mixed number.

2. Multiply 5/1 x 25/2

3. You'll get 25/2

4. Divide or Simplify

5. You'll get either 12 1/2 or in decimal 12.5