Question

Hey i need some help with a fraction this is the question 17*5/8

Answer 1

Answer:
`10(5)/(8)` or 10.625

Explanation:

First of all, note that 17 is the same as 17/1 since 17 divided by 1 is 17. Therefore, start by setting up the problem like this:

`(17)/(1) X (5)/(8)`

Multiply the numerators together (17 x 5 = 85) and multiply the denominators together (1 x 8 = 8) and make it into one fraction like so:

`(85)/(8)`

Convert the improper fraction above to a mixed number to get the answer:

`=10(5)/(8)`

Answer 2

Fraction: 10 and 5/8

Explanation:

17 × 5/8

85/8