Question

What is the value of this expression? ​ 1.5(−2.4+(−5.3)) ​ Responses −11.55 negative 11.55 −4.35 negative 4.35 4.35 4.35 11.55 PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!!

Answer 1

- 11.55

Explanation:

given

1.5(- 2.4 + (- 5.3))

note + ( - ) is equivalent to - , subtraction

evaluate the inner parenthesis

= 1.5(- 2.4 - 5.3)

= 1.5( - 7.7)

= 1.5 × - 7.7

= - 11.55

Answer 2

-11.55

Explanation:

`1.5(-2.4+(-5.3))= 1.5(-2.4-5.3) =1.5 * (-7.7) = -11.55`