Question

find the value of each expression. explain or show your reasoning.
7.35 - 2.6 ______

Explanation:

Step1: Align decimal points for subtraction

Align 7.35 and 2.6 by decimal place:
$$7.35 - 2.60$$

Step2: Subtract from right to left

Subtract hundredths place: $5-0=5$
Subtract tenths place: $3-6$ is not possible, borrow 1 from ones place: $13-6=7$
Subtract ones place: $6-2=4$

Answer:

4.75