Math Problem Statement

Perform the operations and find the value of expressions. Additionally, solve for the unknown number in algebraic equations.

Solution

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Task 1: Simplification

You are asked to simplify or evaluate the following expressions:

  1. a)
    359(118720)-3 \frac{5}{9} \cdot \left( 1 \frac{1}{8} - \frac{7}{20} \right) We'll convert the mixed numbers to improper fractions first, then perform the arithmetic.

  2. b)
    7.257.357.252.65-7.25 \cdot 7.35 - 7.25 \cdot 2.65 This is a straightforward calculation involving decimals.

  3. c)
    (213+415)÷715\left( -2 \frac{1}{3} + 4 \frac{1}{5} \right) \div \frac{7}{15} First, convert the mixed numbers to improper fractions, then simplify.


Task 2: Evaluating the Expression

You are asked to find the value of the following expressions:

  1. a)
    4.5+4.5+0.4-4.5 + 4.5 + 0.4 This is a simple sum of decimals.

  2. b)
    12.40.3+2.90.312.4 \cdot 0.3 + 2.9 \cdot 0.3 This involves multiplication and addition of decimals.

  3. c)
    2536÷(59512)\frac{25}{36} \div \left( \frac{5}{9} - \frac{5}{12} \right) Here, subtract fractions first, then divide.


Task 3: Finding the Unknown Value

You are asked to solve for the unknown variable xx:

  1. a)
    3.1x=12.093.1 \cdot x = -12.09 Solve for xx.

  2. b)
    47=10.34x-47 = \frac{10.34}{x} Solve for xx.

  3. c)
    x5.2=105x \cdot 5.2 = -105 Solve for xx.


I'll start by solving the first expression in Task 1.

Task 1: Expression 1a

First, we convert the mixed numbers to improper fractions:

  • 359=3293 \frac{5}{9} = \frac{32}{9}
  • 118=981 \frac{1}{8} = \frac{9}{8}
  • 720\frac{7}{20} remains the same.

Thus, the expression becomes: 329(98720)-\frac{32}{9} \cdot \left( \frac{9}{8} - \frac{7}{20} \right)

Let me calculate this.The simplified result for the first expression:

359(118720)=124452.755-3 \frac{5}{9} \cdot \left( 1 \frac{1}{8} - \frac{7}{20} \right) = -\frac{124}{45} \approx -2.755

Would you like to proceed with more calculations or need further details? Here are 5 relative questions to consider:

  1. How do you simplify expressions involving mixed numbers and improper fractions?
  2. What is the difference between mixed numbers and improper fractions?
  3. Can you express 12445-\frac{124}{45} as a decimal, and when might it be useful?
  4. What are the steps for handling nested fractions in arithmetic expressions?
  5. How do you convert a mixed number into an improper fraction?

Tip: Always simplify fractions before performing multiplications and divisions to make calculations easier.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Arithmetic operations
Fractions
Algebraic equations

Formulas

Multiplication of fractions: a/b * c/d = (a * c) / (b * d)
Solving simple algebraic equations: ax = b
Addition and subtraction of decimals and fractions

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8