This problem is simply asking us to add the weights which are presented as fractions. You can easily get the answer if you input them directly in a calculator. But I think the challenge here is to manually add fractions.
Let's add the two 1/4 lb weights because it is easier for they have a common denominator. Just simply add the numerators.
1/4 + 1/4 = 2/4
Then, add with this the fraction part of 2 1/5.
2/4 + 1/5 = ?
The least common denominator is 4*5 = 20. Then divide 20 with each denominator and multiply to their respective numerator.
2/4 + 1/5 = [(20/4 * 2) + (20/5 *1)]/20 = 14/20
14/20 is simplified to 7/10. Then add the whole number 2. <em>Therefore, the sum of all weights is 2 7/10 pounds.</em>
As simple as it can go is As it's multiplied out form, which is -42.
Answer:
6.23% probability that the fourth part retrieved from stock is the first defective
Step-by-step explanation:
For each part, we have that:
8% probability of being defective.
100-8 = 92% probability of not being defective.
The parts are independent of each other.
What is the probability that the fourth part retrieved from stock is the first defective?
The first three work correctly, each one with a 92% probability.
The fourth is defective, with an 8% probability.
P = 0.92*0.92*0.92*0.08 = 0.0623
6.23% probability that the fourth part retrieved from stock is the first defective
Answer:
Step-by-step explanation:
Let, the number = x
It would be: x² = 1/4
x = √1/4
x = 1/2
In short, Your Answer would be 1/2
Hope this helps!
