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Solving Problems Involving Rational Numbers — Quiz

Question 10 • Grade 7 Mathematics

What is the value of the following expression? open paren 9 divided by 3 close paren plus 4 times open paren 6 minus 7 close paren

Answer
A
negative 7
B
negative 1
C
20
D
7

Explanation

Evaluate the parentheses first: 9 ÷ 3 = 3 and 6 − 7 = −1. Then multiply 4 × (−1) = −4, and add: 3 + (−4) = −1. The correct choice is negative 1.

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