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To solve this problem, we'll follow these steps:
Now, let's work through each step:
Step 1: The mixed number converts to an improper fraction as follows:
.
Step 2: The product of the fraction and integer is .
Step 3: We perform the division . In fraction terms, this is:
.
Step 4: Convert to a mixed number:
Perform the division ; quotient is 80 and remainder is 1.
Thus, .
Therefore, the solution to the problem is .
\( 100-(5+55)= \)
Mixed numbers are harder to work with in division problems! Converting to makes the division much cleaner and prevents errors.
Think of it this way: dividing by is asking "how many groups of fit into my number?" Multiplying by gives you that same answer!
You'll get a completely wrong answer! The parentheses must be solved first to get . Remember: PEMDAS means Parentheses always come first!
Divide the numerator by the denominator! For :
You could, but it's not recommended here! might introduce rounding errors. Fractions give you the exact answer every time.
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