Question

. Andrew is showing his work in simplifying −4.5 + 4.2 + 5.6 − 7.3. Identify any errors in his work or in his reasoning. Write feedback to Andrew explaining the mistake he made and how to correct his work.

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

The given problem is : −4.5 + 4.2 + 5.6 − 7.3

The order for solving an arithmetic problem is as follows :

• Parentheses,
• Exponentiation,
• Multiplication,
• Addition,
• Subtraction,

We can rewrite the given problem as : 4.2 + 5.6 - 7.3 - 4.5

Taking 4.2 and 5.6 together in bracket : (4.2 + 5.6) - 7.3 - 4.5

= 9.8 - 7.3 - 4.5

= 2.5 - 4.5

= -2

Hence, the answer for given problem is -2, but Andrew get -21.6 which is wrong.