The machine

The machine was in operation for 9 tenths (in a fraction) of eight hours of working time. How long has he been running?

Result

t =  7.2 h
t2 = 7:12 h Wrong answer

Solution:

t=910⋅ 8=365=365 h=7.2 h
t2=t=7.2=365=7:12 h

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The quantity of six times 3 1/2 over 2.

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The quantity of six times 3 1/2 over 2

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Convert 3 ½ into improper fraction.

3 ½ → 7/2

Convert into Multiplication Process

Lowest Term

= 10 ½

Final Answer: 10 ½

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