Question

question 10 (2.5 points)

simplify: \\(-0.4(5) - (-3.33)\\)

1.33
2.93
-5.33
-1.33

Explanation:

Multiply the decimal and integer

$$ -0.4 \times 5 = -2.0 $$

Rewrite the subtraction of a negative number

$$ -2.0 - (-3.33) = -2.0 + 3.33 $$

Calculate the final sum

$$ -2.0 + 3.33 = 1.33 $$

Answer:

• (A) 1.33 (Correct answer)
• (B) 2.93
• (C) -5.33
• (D) -1.33