Question

1. $2\frac{1}{8} \times 1\frac{1}{2}$

Explanation:

Step1: Convert mixed numbers to improper fractions

$2\frac{1}{8} = \frac{2\times8 + 1}{8} = \frac{17}{8}$, $1\frac{1}{2} = \frac{1\times2 + 1}{2} = \frac{3}{2}$

Step2: Multiply the two fractions

$\frac{17}{8} \times \frac{3}{2} = \frac{17\times3}{8\times2}$

Step3: Calculate numerator and denominator

$\frac{51}{16}$

Step4: Convert to mixed number (optional)

$\frac{51}{16} = 3\frac{3}{16}$

Answer:

$3\frac{3}{16}$ (or $\frac{51}{16}$)