Write fractional answers as mixed numbers

In summary, the conversation is about performing various mathematical operations and simplifying expressions. The first problem involves subtracting a negative number, absolute value, and mixed numbers. The second problem is a division problem with a decimal number. The third problem is a simplification problem using the order of operations. The last problem is an evaluation problem with given values for variables.
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Perform the idicated operations. Write fractional answers as mixed numbers or as proper fractions reduced to lowest terms.

One:
-3-(-4)-|4-7|

Two:

0.096492 ( Divid) 1.72

Simplify:

3(1-5)-[(1-7)(-5)]


-(-{-[-(-64)]})


-|-3+4|+5-7



Evaluate:
c-bc if b=-1 and c= -2
 
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What seems to be the problem, what do you need help with? Remember that you need to show what you've done on the problems; solutions are not just handed out.
 
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Cop said:
Perform the idicated operations. Write fractional answers as mixed numbers or as proper fractions reduced to lowest terms.

You need to show us what you have done so far. We don't just give answers since that we be a violation of the PF Guidelines you agreed with when signing up to this forum.

Let me give you a hint : do you know the "order of execution" of the different mathematical operations ? Like, for example, multiplication has a priority over addition or subtraction...

and

-*-= +
-*+ = -
+*- = -
+*+ = +

So -(-4) = (-1)*(-1)*4 = 4

One:
-3-(-4)-|4-7|

I will solve this one to show you :

-(-4) = +4

-3+4-|-3| = -3+4-3 sine |-3| = 3

Thus : -6 + 4 = -2

marlon
 

What does it mean to write fractional answers as mixed numbers?

Writing fractional answers as mixed numbers means representing a fraction as a whole number and a proper fraction. For example, instead of writing 2/3, you would write 0 2/3 as the mixed number.

Why is it important to write fractional answers as mixed numbers?

Writing fractional answers as mixed numbers can make it easier to understand and compare fractions. It also allows for easier addition and subtraction of fractions.

How do you convert a fraction to a mixed number?

To convert a fraction to a mixed number, you divide the numerator by the denominator. The whole number part of the resulting quotient becomes the whole number in the mixed number, and the remainder becomes the numerator in the proper fraction. For example, to convert 5/2, you would divide 5 by 2 to get a quotient of 2 with a remainder of 1, so the mixed number would be 2 1/2.

Can any fraction be written as a mixed number?

No, only proper fractions (where the numerator is less than the denominator) can be written as mixed numbers. Improper fractions (where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator) cannot be written as mixed numbers.

Is there a difference between a mixed number and an improper fraction?

Yes, a mixed number is a combination of a whole number and a proper fraction, while an improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator. They represent the same value, but are written differently.

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