Question

Evaluate −x+4y when x=−4/5 and y=1/3. Write your answer as a fraction or mixed number in simplest form.

Answer 1

2 2/15 or 32/15

Explanation:

Plug in -4/5 for x and 1/3 for y.

-(-4/5) + 4(1/3) =

4/5 + 4/3 =

12/15 + 20/15 =

32/15 = 2 2/15