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In Mathematics / Middle School | 2014-10-16

Solve the following expression:

\[ \frac{1}{5} + 20.3 - (-5 \frac{3}{5}) \]

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Asked by swiftie

Answer (2)

c han g e f r a c t i o n s a s d ec ima l s : 5 1 ​ = 5 × 2 1 × 2 ​ = 10 2 ​ = 0.2 5 3 ​ = 5 × 2 3 × 2 ​ = 10 6 ​ = 0.6 → 5 5 3 ​ = 5.6 t h ere f ore : 5 1 ​ + 20.3 − ( − 5 5 3 ​ ) = 0.2 + 20.3 + 5.6 = 26.1

Answered by Anonymous | 2024-06-10

The expression 5 1 ​ + 20.3 − ( − 5 5 3 ​ ) simplifies to 26.1 . This was achieved by converting mixed numbers, finding a common denominator, and combining the fractions. Each step ensures accuracy in the solution process.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2024-09-27