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I think it is because if you follow order of operations, you cannot solve the problem as is. If you set it equal to x and then solve for x you can. Am I right?

by farmergrover

Tue Mar 30, 2010 10:14 am
Forum: Problem Solving
Topic: Why can't I get this answer??
Replies: 6
Views: 1253

Why can't I get this answer??

If anyone can shed light on the following order of operations problem, I would greatly appreciate it! It seems like the most simple problem yet I am stuck..

10-3/4
______

2-1/2

According to the key, the answer is 7 3/4. Can you explain?

by farmergrover

Mon Mar 29, 2010 7:45 pm
Forum: Problem Solving
Topic: Why can't I get this answer??
Replies: 6
Views: 1253