Question

what is $-2.3 - \left(4.5 - 3\frac{1}{2}\
ight)$? -3.3 -1.3 -10.3 2.3

Explanation:

Step1: Convert mixed number to decimal

$3\frac{1}{2} = 3.5$

Step2: Calculate inside parentheses

$4.5 - 3.5 = 1.0$

Step3: Subtract the result from -2.3

$-2.3 - 1.0 = -3.3$

Answer:

-3.3