P.A. Semester 1 Review #1

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What is the distributive property?

Back

The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac. It allows you to multiply a single term by two or more terms inside a set of parentheses.

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Solve: 3(2c - 5)

Back

6c - 15

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What is the sum of 13.8 and 0.11?

Back

13.91

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How do you find the height after descending from a certain height?

Back

Subtract the descent from the initial height. For example, if a roller coaster starts at 90 feet and descends 105 feet, the height is 90 - 105 = -15 feet.

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What is a negative height in context?

Back

A negative height indicates that the object is below the reference point, such as ground level.

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What is the process to subtract fractions?

Back

To subtract fractions, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then subtract the numerators.

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Solve: -2 ⅙ - (-1 ¾)

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-5/12

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What is a least common denominator (LCD)?

Back

The least common denominator is the smallest number that can be a common denominator for two or more fractions.

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Find the least common denominator of 1/9 and 2/3.

Back

9

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What is the formula for finding the sum of decimals?

Back

Align the decimal points and add as you would with whole numbers, then place the decimal point in the sum.