186×262=
To solve this problem, we'll follow these steps:
- Step 1: Convert each mixed number to an improper fraction.
- Step 2: Multiply the improper fractions.
- Step 3: Simplify the resulting fraction.
- Step 4: Convert the improper fraction back to a mixed number if necessary.
Let's begin:
Step 1: Convert to improper fractions
Convert 186 to an improper fraction:
88×1+6=814.
Convert 262 to an improper fraction:
66×2+2=614.
Step 2: Multiply the fractions
Multiply 814 and 614:
814×614=48196.
Step 3: Simplify the fraction
Find the greatest common divisor (GCD) of 196 and 48, which is 4. Simplify 48196:
48÷4196÷4=1249.
Step 4: Convert to a mixed number
1249 as a mixed number is 4121 since 49 divided by 12 is 4 with a remainder of 1.
Therefore, the solution to the problem is 4121.