Answer:
x = 3/10
Step-by-step explanation:
−1/2 − (−4/5) = x
First, switch sides.
x = −1/2 − (−4/5)
You are subtracting a negative number. Subtracting a negative number means add a positive number.
x = -1/2 + 4/5
Now you are adding two fractions, so you need a common denominator. The LCD of 2 and 5 is 10.
x = -5/10 + 8/10
x = 3/10
$3.75 - cereal
$1.50 - milk
$2.25 - bread
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$7.50
$20.00
- 7.50
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$ 12.50
She received $12.50 back
$299 and $199 adds up to 498, including the tax rate 7.5% and your total is $535.35
