Algebra1 Glencoe CCSS Edition page 20 problem 19

Question

Evaluate the expression using properties of numbers. Name the property used in each step.

3(2/3) + 4 + 5(1/3)

Answer 1

Step:1

The expression is .

Convert the mixed fraction into improper fraction.

            (Improper fraction of : )

            (Improper fraction of : )

            (Commutative property: )

Step:2

                          (Substitution: )

                             (Substitution: )

Solution:

The value of the expression is .