Math Problem Statement

What integer should replace Z so that the values below are in ascending order: 57%, Z/10, 0.68?

Solution

To solve the problem of determining which integer should replace ZZ to keep the numbers in ascending order, let's first express each value consistently, either in decimal or percentage form.

  1. Convert each value:

    • 57%57\% is equivalent to 0.570.57 as a decimal.
    • 0.680.68 is already in decimal form.
    • Z10\frac{Z}{10} is a fraction. To compare it, we can express it as 0.Z0.Z (i.e., Z/10Z/10) in decimal form.
  2. Set the inequality: For the values to be in ascending order, we need: 0.57<Z10<0.680.57 < \frac{Z}{10} < 0.68 This gives two inequalities: 0.57<Z100.57 < \frac{Z}{10} and Z10<0.68\frac{Z}{10} < 0.68

  3. Solve for ZZ:

    • From 0.57<Z100.57 < \frac{Z}{10}, multiplying both sides by 10 gives: 5.7<Z5.7 < Z This means Z>5.7Z > 5.7, so Z6Z \geq 6.
    • From Z10<0.68\frac{Z}{10} < 0.68, multiplying both sides by 10 gives: Z<6.8Z < 6.8 So ZZ must be less than 6.8, meaning Z6Z \leq 6.
  4. Conclusion: The integer ZZ must be 66, as it satisfies both conditions.

Would you like further details or clarification on any part? Here are some related questions you could explore:

  1. What if ZZ were a decimal rather than an integer?
  2. How would the order change if we had percentages instead of decimals for all values?
  3. Can you find the value of ZZ if the inequality changes to descending order?
  4. How does the placement of Z/10Z/10 affect the range of possible values for ZZ?
  5. What are other ways to approach inequalities involving fractions?

Tip: When comparing percentages, decimals, or fractions, always convert all values into a common form, like decimals, to make it easier to compare.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Inequalities
Decimals
Percentages

Formulas

Percentage to Decimal Conversion
Inequality Setup

Theorems

Basic Inequality Rules

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8