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First, we rewrite the multiplication exercise in the innermost parentheses as a fraction:
We multiply the fractions and combine them since it is just a multiplication operation:
Now we invert the fraction to create a multiplication exercise:
We add the 7 to the numerator of the fraction in the multiplication exercise:
We invert the fraction to create a multiplication exercise:
We add the 49 to the numerator of the fraction in the multiplication exercise:
We break down the 49 into a smaller multiplication exercise:
We simplify the 7 in the numerator and denominator:
\( 100-(5+55)= \)
Converting division to multiplication makes the problem much easier to solve! When you see , think of it as . This lets you multiply fractions directly.
Always start with the innermost parentheses and work your way out! In this problem, solve first, then , and finally .
Put the whole number over 1, then multiply! For example: . Then simplify if possible.
They're the same value written differently! is an improper fraction, while is a mixed number. Both equal 1.333...
Substitute your answer back and work through the problem again! If is correct, then working backwards through each step should give you the original values in the problem.
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