Question

divide. check the answer by using multiplication.

part: 0 / 3

part 1 of 3

\\(-8.79 \div (-3) = \\)

Explanation:

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Determine the sign of the quotient

\[
\frac{-8.79}{-3} = \frac{8.79}{3}
\]

Perform the division

\[
8.79 \div 3 = 2.93
\]

Verify the result using multiplication

\[
2.93 \times (-3) = -8.79
\]
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\(-8.79 \div (-3) =\) <blank>\(2.93\)</blank>
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Answer:

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Determine the sign of the quotient

\[
\frac{-8.79}{-3} = \frac{8.79}{3}
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Perform the division

\[
8.79 \div 3 = 2.93
\]

Verify the result using multiplication

\[
2.93 \times (-3) = -8.79
\]
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\(-8.79 \div (-3) =\) <blank>\(2.93\)</blank>
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