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Basic Math/Expert Profile
Expertise
I can help you solve problems involving fractions, decimals, ratios, and algebra. I can teach you how to do math faster, and even in your head. I can teach math definitions, and help you study, if necessary. Please do not ask any graphing, trigonometry, or calculus questions. Try to work through homework questions before asking for assistance.
Experience in the area
I routinely process numbers of all kinds in my head, without need of a calculator.
Education/Credentials
I was an A math student while in high school.
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:
111,111,111 x 111,111,111 = 12,345,678,987,654,321.
Something controversial or provocative about this subject
PI is a number, not a dessert. Silverware need not apply.
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Recent Answers from John Zalewski
2012-02-07 fraction:
Hello, David. 1 3/10 + 3 2/5 The first step in this problem is to convert each mixed number into an improper fraction. To do this, first multiply each denominator by its respective whole number
2012-02-06 ratio in simplest form:
Hello, Carissa. To write a ratio in its simplest form, divide each side of the ratio by the largest number that will evenly divide into both numbers. So, for 40:5, the largest number that evenly
2012-01-30 Math:
Hello, Brandi. Make rent = x. Therefore, food bill = 1/2x. Electric bill = 1/3(1/2x), or 1/6x. Therefore, x + 1/2x + 1/6x = $200. Combine the x factors: 1 2/3x = $200. Divide both sides
2012-01-29 decimals:
Hello, Kaylynn. 0.00006 0.006 0.06 0.6 6.00 6.6 To answer this question, you must recognize the different place values. The first place value to the right of the decimal point is the tenth value
2012-01-26 Basic Decimal fraction word problem:
Hello, Jason. Make Total Income = x Therefore, you can make an equation. Total Income (x) - .29x (29% of the income was used for food), - .17x - .25x - .21x = $455 (amount saved) x - .29x - .17x
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