Question

Evaluate the expression for j = –0.3, k = 14, and m = 9.

Write your answer as a decimal or whole number.

jk − k − m =

Answer 1

To evaluate the expression \( jk - k - m \) for \( j = -0.3 \), \( k = 14 \), and \( m = 9 \), we can substitute the given values into the expression.

First, calculate \( jk \):

\[
jk = (-0.3)(14) = -4.2
\]

Now substitute \( jk \), \( k \), and \( m \) into the expression:

\[
jk - k - m = -4.2 - 14 - 9
\]

Now, perform the operations step-by-step:

1. Calculate \( -4.2 - 14 \):

\[
-4.2 - 14 = -18.2
\]

2. Now, subtract \( 9 \):

\[
-18.2 - 9 = -27.2
\]

Thus, the final result of the expression \( jk - k - m \) is:

\[
\boxed{-27.2}
\]