Question

multiply. write your answer as a fraction or as a whole or mixed number.
$2\frac{1}{2} \times 2 \times \frac{1}{2} = \square$
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Explanation:

Step1: Convert mixed number to fraction

$2\frac{1}{2} = \frac{5}{2}$

Step2: Rewrite full multiplication expression

$\frac{5}{2} \times 2 \times \frac{1}{2}$

Step3: Simplify leftmost terms first

$\frac{5}{2} \times 2 = 5$

Step4: Multiply remaining terms

$5 \times \frac{1}{2} = \frac{5}{2}$

Step5: Convert to mixed number (optional)

$\frac{5}{2} = 2\frac{1}{2}$

Answer:

$\frac{5}{2}$ or $2\frac{1}{2}$