SOLUTION: My fifth grader is starting on basic algebra. Here is what the directions say to do: Insert two pairs of parentheses to make this equation true. 12+9 divide 3-4+8x1=17 Cou

Question 22552: My fifth grader is starting on basic algebra. Here is what the directions say to do:
Insert two pairs of parentheses to make this equation true.
12+9 divide 3-4+8x1=17
Could you please help me understand how to work this problem so I can better help my child! Thank you. Teresa
Answer by queenofit(120) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
I would be happy to help, however, the mannor in which you wrote the problem has me confused? what number is divided?
use this form please, to show me your question
for example
12+9
----- or (12+9)/3
3
please space the numbers out further so I can see what is going on and I will be glad to help. I tutor online and in High School and college. I know what you are asking, but I need to see the equation more clearly to give you an answer. Feel free to email me.
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