Question

Which expression replaces the box to form an equation? 42+7+4.6=__

a) -53.6
b) -53
c) 53.6
d) -53.46

Answer 1

The expression 42 + 7 + 4.6 equals 53.6 when the numbers are added together. The correct choice to complete the equation is option c) 53.6.

Step-by-step explanation:

The student's question is about finding the correct value to replace the box and turn the expression into a complete equation. To solve 42 + 7 + 4.6, you simply need to add the numbers together. Let's add the whole numbers first, 42 and 7, which equals 49. Next, add the decimal, 4.6, to 49, which results in 53.6. Therefore, the box should be replaced with the value that equals 53.6.

The correct answer is c) 53.6.