Question

an expression is shown. \\(\frac{(-15)-(4)(3)}{3}\\) what is the value of the expression? \\(\bigcirc\\) a. \\(\\ 9\\) \\(\bigcirc\\) b. \\(\\ -19\\) \\(\bigcirc\\) c. \\(\\ -9\\) \\(\bigcirc\\) d. \\(\\ -1\\)

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate numerator multiplication

First, calculate \((4)(3) = 12\).

Step2: Calculate numerator subtraction

Now, compute the numerator: \((-15) - 12 = -27\).

Step3: Divide by denominator

Finally, divide the numerator by the denominator: \(\frac{-27}{3} = -9\).

Answer:

C. \(-9\)