Question

Which expression is equivalent to−(15.52) ?

Answer 1

Hello!

We have a value of -15.52. Let's write it as an equivalent fraction.

First, we have to convert this number as a fraction. Notice that we have two numbers after the dot (so we will add two zeros in the denominator and remove the dot), look:

`-(1552)/(100)`

Now, notice that both numbers are divisible by two. So, let's simplify it:

`-(1552/2)/(100/2)=-(776)/(50)`

We can do it one more time, look:

`-(776/2)/(50/2)=-(388)/(25)`

So, we know that an equivalent expression to -15.52 is -388/25.