To find the average of \(-4\) and \(7\), you can use the formula for the average of two numbers:

\[
\text{Average} = \frac{(-4) + 7}{2}
\]

Calculating:

\[
\text{Average} = \frac{3}{2} = 1.5
\]

So, the average of \(-4\) and \(7\) is \(1.5\).

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Here are 5 related questions to expand this concept:
1. What is the average of \(-4\), \(7\), and \(12\)?
2. How do you find the average of three numbers?
3. What is the sum of \(-4\) and \(7\)?
4. How would the result change if both numbers were negative?
5. What is the average of \(0\) and \(7\)?

**Tip**: The average of two numbers can be thought of as the midpoint between them.

Find out how to calculate the average of -4 and 7 using the formula (a + b) / 2. This simple arithmetic problem is perfect for students in Grades 5-6, illustrating the concept of averages and how to handle negative numbers.

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