Question

Which expression could be used to evaluate the expression below?

4 x -2 7/8

A. (4 x -2) + (4 x - 7/8)
B. (4 x -2) + (4 x 7/8)
C. -2(-2 x 7/8)
D. 4 x -2 - 7/8

Answer 1

D. 4 x -2 - 7/8

Explanation:

4x - 2 7/8

4x - (2 + 7/8

4x - 2 - 7/8

Answer 2

D. 4 x -2 - 7/8

Explanation:

4 x -2 7/8

2 7/8 can be separated into 2 pieces 2 +7/8

4x - (2+7/8)

Distribute the minus sign

4x - 2 -7/8