Question

PLEASE HELP. DO NOT UNDERSTAND .

Simplify the following expression: (−5)(−3)( 4)

−65

−60

60

65

Answer 1

Well first, whats -5 x -3?

Answer 2

well 5 x 3 is 15 so -15?

Answer 3

60

Answer 4

it's actually just 15 because two negatives make a positive. Now multiply 15 by 4 and thats your answer

Answer 5

oh okay. i get it now. theres another too that i have a lot of trouble with.can you help me wiht that too?

Answer 6

Morris is showing his work in simplifying (−6.7 + 4.3) − 1.2.

Step 1: (4.3 − 6.7) − 1.2
Step 2: 4.3 − (6.7 + 1.2)
Step 3: 4.3 − (7.9)
Step 4: −3.6

Which statement is true?

In step 1, Morris used the commutative property.

In step 2, Morris used the distributive property.

In step 3, Morris used the associative property.

In step 4, Morris's answer is incorrect.

Answer 7

@heavenfun13 You have to definitely read the code of conduct. You might get suspended for just giving the answer. You have to show how you got the answer.
http://openstudy.com/code-of-conduct

Answer 8

What's with all the question marks?

Answer 9

@megan_tanuis you have to refresh the page to see the equation..

Answer 10

Oh okay, thank you. And thank you for finally addressing that. Its bothersome when they just give you the answer because the person learns nothing.

Answer 11

Step 2 and 3 are false because he doesn't use either. So now you have A and D left @Melted-flames