Simplify the following expressions

a. 2.43(9.71) b. 4.68÷(1.3)

Please answer correctly and show your work thank you.

a. 22.5953 b. 3.6

Step-by-step explanation:

A. When a number is in parentheses and directly beside another number it means multiple. so you simply multiply to two together.

B. When a number is in parentheses but has a division sign or forward slash in front of it it is simply keeping the number separate as not to create confusion so just divide them.

ps. when you teacher says shoe work he/she means dint just write an answer. They mean write out beside your answer "2.43 x 9.71 = 22.5953" & "4.68 ÷ 1.3 = 3.6"

answer: 1 and 3

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