To calculate \( 2 \frac{1}{2} \times \frac{2}{5} \), we first need to convert the mixed number into an improper fraction.

### Step-by-step:

1. Convert \( 2 \frac{1}{2} \) to an improper fraction:
   \[
   2 \frac{1}{2} = \frac{2 \times 2 + 1}{2} = \frac{5}{2}
   \]

2. Now, multiply the improper fraction \( \frac{5}{2} \) by \( \frac{2}{5} \):
   \[
   \frac{5}{2} \times \frac{2}{5} = \frac{5 \times 2}{2 \times 5} = \frac{10}{10} = 1
   \]

### Final answer:
\[
2 \frac{1}{2} \times \frac{2}{5} = 1
\]

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Here are 5 related questions:
1. How do you multiply mixed numbers?
2. How do you convert improper fractions back to mixed numbers?
3. What is the result of multiplying two fractions with unlike denominators?
4. How do you simplify the result after multiplying fractions?
5. What is the process for dividing fractions?

**Tip:** When multiplying fractions, always simplify the result if possible.

Learn how to multiply the mixed number 2 1/2 and the fraction 2/5. This detailed guide includes improper fraction conversion, multiplication of fractions, and simplification. Suitable for Grades 5-7 students.

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