Solve the Multiplication: 7 × 3/8 Step by Step

When multiplying by a whole number, you only multiply the numerator! Think of 7 as $\frac{7}{1}$, so $\frac{7}{1} \times \frac{3}{8} = \frac{7 \times 3}{1 \times 8} = \frac{21}{8}$.

Divide the numerator by the denominator! For $\frac{21}{8}$: 21 ÷ 8 = 2 remainder 5, so the answer is $2\frac{5}{8}$.

That's great! If your numerator is smaller than the denominator, you already have your final answer. Just check if you can simplify the fraction further.

Usually mixed numbers are preferred for final answers because they're easier to understand. $2\frac{5}{8}$ is clearer than $\frac{21}{8}$ for most people!

For mixed numbers, we want the whole number part and the remaining fraction! The remainder 5 becomes the new numerator: $2\frac{5}{8}$.