Answer:
253/20
Step-by-step explanation:
(−2 1/5) × (−5 3/4) =
1. change both mixed numerals into fractions.
= -11/5 × (-23/4)
2. Since both numbers are negative, the product is positive. Multiply both numerators together. Multiply both denominators together.
= 253/20
253 is the product of 2 prime numbers, 11 and 23. 20 is the product of 2² and 5. There are no common factors in the numerator and denominator, so this fraction cannot be reduced.
Answer: 253/20
