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What is the step by step process for this equation? (2/(5-(1/3)))

 Feb 9, 2017
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Always solve for the innermost parenthesis first. 

(2/(5-(1/3)))

2/(5-0.33)

2/4.67

0.43

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(2/(5-(1/3))) - This is NOT an equation!

 

2 / (4 2/3) =

2 / (14/3) =

2 x 3/14 =

6 / 14 = 3 / 7

 Feb 9, 2017

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