Answer:
Explanation:
First, we need to simplify the expression inside the parentheses:
8 1/2 - 2 = 8 + 1/2 - 2 = 6 1/2
Next, we need to evaluate the exponent:
2^2 = 2 x 2 = 4
Now, we can substitute the simplified values into the expression:
7 1/4 x 4 + (6 1/2) ÷ 3
Next, we need to evaluate the multiplication and division from left to right:
7 1/4 x 4 = 29 + (6 1/2) ÷ 3
6 1/2 ÷ 3 = 2 1/6
Substituting the simplified value:
29 + 2 1/6
Next, we need to add the two values:
29 + 2 1/6 = 31 1/6
Therefore, the final answer is 31 1/6.