Question

what is 1/2 x 5. I need help with this. I don't understand.

Answer 1

Answer:

2.5

simple explanation

do cancellation of 2 n 5 in decimals

5÷2 =2.5

Answer 2

Answer:

$2 \frac{1}{2}$

Step-by-step explanation:

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

Convert improper fraction into mixed fraction

2 => Quotient

2 | 5

- 4

1 => Remainder

$q \frac{r}{d} = 2 \frac{1}{2}$