What is the product in lowest terms? - 5/12 times 8/13

A.-20/39

B.-10/39

C.-5/39

D. 3/25

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Ayla Hines

18 May, 23:36

What is the product in lowest terms? - 5/12 times 8/13

A.-20/39

B.-10/39

C.-5/39

D. 3/25

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Adeline Ayers · Answer 1

5/12 * 8/13 = 40/156

To simplify, find the common factor in the numerator and denominator. In this case the common factor is 4. Divide the numerator and denominator by 4. The answer in its simplified form is 10/39. Therefore, your answer is B.

What is the product in lowest terms? - 5/12 times 8/13A.-20/39B.-10/39C.-5/39D. 3/25

What is the product in lowest terms? - 5/12 times 8/13

A.-20/39

B.-10/39

C.-5/39

D. 3/25