Multiply the following mixed number and fraction: 1 3/4 and 2/5. Choose the answer in simplest form.

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To multiply a mixed number and a fraction, first convert the mixed number to an improper fraction.

1 3/4 can be written as 7/4.

Now, multiply 7/4 by 2/5.

(7/4) * (2/5) = (7 * 2) / (4 * 5)

= 14/20

The simplest form of 14/20 is 7/10.

So, the answer is 7/10.