1/2 multiplied by 2

Understand the Problem

The question is asking us to perform a simple arithmetic operation, multiplying 1/2 by 2.

Answer

1
Answer for screen readers

The final answer is 1

Steps to Solve

  1. Convert to Fractions

First, ensure both numbers are in fraction form. The number \frac{1}{2} is already a fraction, and the number 2 can be written as \frac{2}{1}.

  1. Multiply the Numerators and Denominators

To multiply two fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together:

$$ \frac{1}{2} \times \frac{2}{1} = \frac{1 \times 2}{2 \times 1} = \frac{2}{2} $$

  1. Simplify the Fraction

Simplify the resulting fraction if possible. In this case:

$$ \frac{2}{2} = 1 $$

The final answer is 1

More Information

Multiplying a fraction by its denominator gives 1.

Tips

A common mistake is not simplifying the final fraction. Always check if the resulting fraction can be simplified.

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