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Find the product of the fractions \frac{4}{5} and \frac{3}{7}, and express the answer in simplest form.

medium 2 marks Class 7 · Mathematics · Fractions and Decimals
Answer
\frac{12}{35}

The correct answer is \frac{12}{35} — Final answer: \frac{12}{35}.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Multiply the numerators: 4 \times 3 = 12.
  2. Multiply the denominators: 5 \times 7 = 35.
  3. Check for common factors between 12 and 35; there are none.
  4. Hence the product in simplest form is \frac{12}{35}.
  5. Final answer: \frac{12}{35}.
Common mistake: Reducing fractions before multiplication incorrectly

Concept tested: Multiplication of fractions

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