Entering Numerical Expressions and Fractions
These questions ask for numerical answers that are not whole or decimal numbers.

You can enter these answers using just the keyboard, or using the buttons provided to help you enter the answer. Watch this video for examples of how to enter answers. [+]

Some example of how to enter answers using the keyboard:

Type	To get
2 / 5	$\displaystyle \frac{{2}}{{5}}$
sqrt 3	$\displaystyle \sqrt{{{3}}}$
5 * 10 ^ 6	$\displaystyle {5}\cdot{10}^{{6}}$

In some cases, you can give a decimal approximation instead of an exact answer, but be sure to check the directions first.

Try it here. If you see syntax error, check to make sure you're using the right format.

A) Enter the expression $\displaystyle \sqrt{{{6}}}$

Your input: Preview Question 6 Part 1 of 3  

B) Enter the expression $\displaystyle \frac{{5}}{{8}}$

Your input: Preview Question 6 Part 2 of 3  

Notice that when you click on the answer box, it says below the box to enter a reduced fraction answer. This question will only accept fractions, not decimal answers.

C) Enter the expression $\displaystyle {5}\cdot{10}^{{6}}$

Your input: Preview Question 6 Part 3 of 3  

Notice that when you click on the answer box, it says below the box to enter the answer in scientific notation. This question will not accept the standard form of the number.