Problem 51
Question
Find the sum. Use a calculator if you wish. $$10.97+(-51.14)+(-40.97)$$
Step-by-Step Solution
Verified Answer
The sum of \(10.97\), \(-51.14\), and \(-40.97\) is \(- 81.14\).
1Step 1: Identify the Numbers to be Added
First, identify the numbers to be added together, which are \(10.97\), \(-51.14\), and \(-40.97\)
2Step 2: Addition of Negative Numbers
When adding negative numbers, it is equivalent to subtracting the absolute value of the number. Therefore, \(-51.14\)+\(-40.97\) is equivalent to subtracting \(51.14\) and \(40.97\)
3Step 3: Perform the Arithmetic Operations
We can add the numbers together. But remember we are subtracting the negative numbers. \(10.97 -( 51.14 + 40.97)\)
4Step 4: Calculate the Result
We can now calculate the result of this operation. \(10.97 - (51.14 + 40.97) = 10.97 - 92.11 = - 81.14\)
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