Perform the indicated operation and simplify. $\frac { 1 } { 8 } \times \frac { 8 } { 17 }$
A) $\frac { 16 } { 17 }$
B) $\frac { 1 } { 17 }$
C) $\frac { 9 } { 17 }$
D) $\frac { 8 } { 17 }$
E) $\frac { 1 } { 8 }$

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When multiplying fractions, you multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. So, $\frac{1}{8} \times \frac{8}{17} = \frac{1 \times 8}{8 \times 17} = \frac{8}{136}$. Simplifying $\frac{8}{136}$ gives $\frac{1}{17}$, making option B correct.

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Perform the Indicated Operation and Simplify $\frac { 1 } { 8 } \times \frac { 8 } { 17 }$