Question

Solve. p/1 6/7=−4.4(refer to the picture)

enter your answer as a mixed number in simplest form in the box.

Answer 1

p = -8 6/35

Explanation:

p/(1 6/7)=−4.4

To solve for p, multiply each side by 1 6/7

p/(1 6/7) * ( 1 6/7)=−4.4 * (1 6/7)

p = - 4.4 * ( 1 6/7)

Change each number to fractions

p = -44/10 * 13/7

p = -286/35

Change to a mixed number

p = -8 6/35