Math Problem Statement

Solve the expression: 2.7 * 2 - 1/12 + (3.4 - 1 2/3) : 1 4/9

Solution

The expression in the image can be written as:

2.72112+(3.4123):1492.7 \cdot 2 - \frac{1}{12} + \left(3.4 - 1 \frac{2}{3}\right) : 1 \frac{4}{9}

Let's break it down step by step:

  1. First part: 2.721122.7 \cdot 2 - \frac{1}{12}

    • Multiply 2.72=5.42.7 \cdot 2 = 5.4
    • Now subtract 112\frac{1}{12} from 5.45.4: 5.4112=5.40.08335.31675.4 - \frac{1}{12} = 5.4 - 0.0833 \approx 5.3167
  2. Second part: (3.4123):149\left( 3.4 - 1 \frac{2}{3} \right) : 1 \frac{4}{9}

    • Convert 1231 \frac{2}{3} to improper fraction: 123=531 \frac{2}{3} = \frac{5}{3}

    • Subtract 53\frac{5}{3} from 3.43.4 (which is 34/10): 3.4=3410=5115,53=25153.4 = \frac{34}{10} = \frac{51}{15}, \quad \frac{5}{3} = \frac{25}{15} So, 51152515=2615\frac{51}{15} - \frac{25}{15} = \frac{26}{15}.

    • Now, for the division part 2615:149\frac{26}{15} : 1 \frac{4}{9}, first convert 1491 \frac{4}{9} into improper fraction: 149=1391 \frac{4}{9} = \frac{13}{9} Division of fractions: 2615÷139=2615913=234195=78651.2\frac{26}{15} \div \frac{13}{9} = \frac{26}{15} \cdot \frac{9}{13} = \frac{234}{195} = \frac{78}{65} \approx 1.2

  3. Final step: Add the results from the two parts: 5.3167+1.2=6.51675.3167 + 1.2 = 6.5167

Thus, the final result is approximately:

6.52\boxed{6.52}

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Here are 5 related questions to further explore:

  1. How do you convert mixed numbers to improper fractions?
  2. What are the steps for dividing fractions?
  3. Can you explain the significance of decimals and fractions in calculations?
  4. How would you calculate if you were given only fractions?
  5. How can rounding affect the final result in calculations?

Tip: Always keep track of decimals and fractions during calculations to maintain accuracy.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Arithmetic Operations
Fractions
Mixed Numbers
Order of Operations

Formulas

Conversion of Mixed Numbers to Improper Fractions
Basic Arithmetic with Fractions

Theorems

Properties of Division
Distributive Property

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8