What is 5/1 of 46?

Often, in mathematics or everyday life, we need to find a fraction of a given number. For instance, how would you quickly calculate 5/1 of 46? We'll show you a straightforward method to achieve that.

How to calculate 5/1 of 46?

  1. Multiply the whole number by the numerator of the fraction: 46 × 5 = 230
  2. Divide this result by denominator of the fraction: 230/1 = 230

How does it work?

The principle behind finding a fraction of a number, such as 5/1 of 46, is rooted in the method of cross-multiplication.

Consider the following proportion: 5 1 = x 46 (where x represents 5/1 of 46)

  1. Using the cross-multiplication method, multiply both numerators by their opposite denominators: 5 × 46 = 1 x
  2. Which gives: 230 = 1 x
  3. Divide both sides by 1 to isolate x: 230 1 = 1 x 1
  4. Which gives the result: 230 1 = x

Thus, 5/1 of 46 is equal to 230/1 (or 230 in its decimal form).