Evaluate 5/(2^2)

Problem

5/2

Solution

1. Identify the order of operations, which requires evaluating the exponent in the denominator first.

2. Calculate the value of the power 2 by multiplying 2 by itself.

2=4

3. Substitute the result back into the denominator of the fraction.

5/4

4. Convert the improper fraction to a decimal if needed by dividing 5 by 4.

5÷4=1.25

Final Answer

5/2=1.25

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