1/2 times 2/4

1/2 × 2/4
=
1 4
Decimal: 0.25
Percentage: 25%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Multiply numerators
    1 × 2 = 2
  2. 2
    Multiply denominators
    2 × 4 = 8
  3. 3
    Write result
    2/8
  4. 4
    Simplify
    2/8 = 1/4

How to Multiply Fractions

Multiplying fractions is straightforward — multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. No common denominator needed! Just simplify the result.

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