To solve the expression [tex]\((12 - 4) / 3\)[/tex], we follow these steps:
1. Simplify the expression inside the parentheses:
[tex]\[ 12 - 4 = 8 \][/tex]
2. Divide the result by 3:
[tex]\[ 8 / 3 = 2.6666666666666665 \][/tex]
Now, let's identify the correct option matching our calculated result.
Comparing [tex]\(2.6666666666666665\)[/tex] to the given options:
- Option 1: [tex]\(2.67\)[/tex] (This is a rounded version of the result)
- Option 2: [tex]\(10.67\)[/tex] (This is incorrect)
- Option 3: [tex]\(11.25\)[/tex] (This is incorrect)
- Option 4: [tex]\(2.25\)[/tex] (This is incorrect)
- Option 5
Given the numerical value calculated, the closest match is:
Option 1: [tex]\(2.67\)[/tex]
