Solve: 7/8 × 2⅞ × ¼ Fraction Multiplication Problem

A mixed number like $2\frac{7}{8}$ represents one complete value. To multiply fractions correctly, you need to work with single fractions, not mixed parts.

Use the formula: $\frac{(whole \times denominator) + numerator}{denominator}$. So $2\frac{7}{8} = \frac{(2 \times 8) + 7}{8} = \frac{23}{8}$

Yes! Look for common factors you can cancel. For example, if you see 8 in a numerator and 8 in a denominator, you can cancel them to make calculations easier.

When you multiply by fractions less than 1 (like $\frac{1}{4}$), the result gets smaller. Think of it as taking "a quarter of" the previous result!

Not necessarily! Improper fractions are perfectly valid answers. However, if the problem asks for a mixed number or if it's more practical, you can convert $\frac{161}{256}$ back.