7/8 × 2 = 14/8
14 / 8 = 1.75
17.5 is the Answer
Answer:
d = m + J
Step-by-step explanation:
Given
- J + d = m ( add J to both sides )
d = m + J
The first child is technically correct, but the second child is applying thoughts to the real world.
3/2b + 1/5b = 17
First, you would combine like terms
17/10b = 17
Then, you would divide 17 by 17/10
b = 10
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Check:
3/2(10) + 1/5(10) = 17
15 + 2 = 17
17 = 17
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Hope this helps you and Happy Thanksgiving!