Start with parentheses first
Afterwards do exponents
Next do either multiplication or division (L to R)
Then Addition and Subtraction (L to R)
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Then solve to find your answer
Answer:
111 pieces of soda
Step-by-step explanation:
step 1
Find the area of the rectangular backyard
The area of the rectangular backyard is equal to

where


substitute


step 2
Find the area of one piece of sod
The area of the rectangular piece of sod is

where


substitute

step 3
Find the pieces of sod needed
To find out how many whole pieces of sod will Jim need to buy to cover his backyard, divide the area of the backyard by the area of one piece of soda
so

Round up
111 pieces of soda
-3 < x < -8
There is no value of c that is greater than -3 AND less that -8