When a number is multiplied by a fraction, it's the same thing as multiplying the numerator by that number. If the numerator is 1 it's multiplied by 1, and thus, doesn't change its value.
2* 1/3 = 2* 1/3=2/3
This can be seen as the factor replacing the numerator if the numerator is 1.
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