-3/5, -0.9, -1.9, -8/3 Of the number listed above, which number is the greatest?
A. -3/5
B. -0.9
C. -1.9
D. -8/3
To answer this question, we need to convert the numbers into a similar form. Converting decimal numbers into fraction is appropriate to finding the greatest number.
-0.9 becomes 9/10
-1.9 becomes 19/10
Now we find the LCM of the denominators of the four fractions. The LCM of 5, 10 and 3 is 30. Multiply each fraction with the LCM to compare the fractions.
-3/5*30=-18
-9/10*30=-27
-19/10*30=-57
-8/3*30=-24
The greatest number is -18, meaning -3/5 is the greatest number.
Therefore, the Correct Answer is A.
More Questions on TEAS 7 Math
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Q #1: Simplify the expression above. Which of the following is correct?
A. 6
B. 18
C. 9
D. 22
Answer Explanation
To simplify this expression, we follow the order of operations as follows:
First, we start with the numerator and solve it as follows
[2(6+3*9)]
We start with multiplication in inner brackets, 3 * 9 = 27. The expression becomes
[2(6+27)]
Then, we carry out the addition of 6+27=33. Then, the expression yields
[2(33)]=2*33=66
Now, we solve for denominator, which is 6/2=3.
Thus, the expression is reduced into
The expression reduces into 22.
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Q #2: How many milliliters are there in 0.65 liters?
A. 650
B. 6.5
C. 6500
D. 65
Answer Explanation
we use the relation 1 L=1000 mL and organize our equation in such a way that L cancels as:
Thus, 0.65 L is 650 mL.
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Q #3: To determine the cost of a phone, the seller considers the brand name, size of the RAM, and size of the battery. Which of the following is the dependent variable?
A. Cost of a phone
B. Brand name
C. Size of the RAM
D. Size of the battery
Answer Explanation
A dependent variable is one that changes when another variable changes. In this case, the cost of the phone will change depending on the change in brand name, size of the RAM, and size of the battery. Thus, cost of a phone is a dependent variable.
