Question

Evaluate. (3. 5−2/3)⋅(−2. 8+4 3/5) Enter your answer as a decimal or mixed number in simplest form in the box

Answer 1

5.1, 5 1/10

Explanation:

(3.5 − 2/3) ⋅ (−2.8 + 4 3/5) =

= (7/2 - 2/3)(-14/5 + 23/5)

= (21/6 - 4/6)(9/5)

= (17/6)(9/5)

= (17 × 9)/(6 × 5)

= 51/10

= 5.1 = 5 1/10