Multiplying Fractions: 7/12 x 1/6
To multiply fractions, we simply multiply the numerators (top numbers) and the denominators (bottom numbers).
Here's how to solve 7/12 x 1/6:
- Multiply the numerators: 7 x 1 = 7
- Multiply the denominators: 12 x 6 = 72
Therefore, 7/12 x 1/6 = 7/72.
Important Note: The resulting fraction 7/72 is in its simplest form, as there are no common factors between 7 and 72.