What is 1/3 of 1/2?

The multiplication of fractions starts with the multiplication of the given numerators, followed by the multiplication of the denominators.

Answer: 1/3 of 1/2 is 1/6.

Let us find 1/3 of 1/2.

Explanation:

We can write 1/3 of 1/2 as 1/3 × 1/2.

To multiply fractions, follow the given steps:

1. Multiply the numerators.
2. Multiply the denominators.
3. Reduce the resultant fraction to its lowest terms.

Now,

1/3 × 1/2 = (1 × 1) / (3 ×  2) = 1/6

Thus, 1/3 of 1/2 is 1/6.