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Here is the problem: 2 over 3 of 27.

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"of" means multiply: 2 over 3 times 27.

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Multiply numerators and multiply denominators.

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Simplify. Divide numerator and denominator by their GCF, 3.

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Final answer in lowest terms.

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So the answer is 18.

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Fractions are combined over a common denominator for addition and subtraction, multiplied straight across, and divided by multiplying by the reciprocal. The result is reduced by the greatest common factor.

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Decimal check: 18 approximately 18.