Difficulty: Easy
Correct Answer: 1040
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:Both products have one factor near an integer: 8 and 4. Using those nearby integers and applying small corrections yields a near-exact sum, perfect for choosing among options spaced by tens.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:Compute with the nearest integer then adjust by the tiny residual. Since both residuals are very small, the nearest hundred or ten remains stable.
Step-by-Step Solution:
P1 ≈ 127.007*8 − 127.007*0.002 ≈ 1016.056 − 0.254 ≈ 1015.802 P2 ≈ 6.05*4 + 6.05*0.001 = 24.2 + 0.00605 ≈ 24.206 Sum ≈ 1015.802 + 24.206 ≈ 1040.008 Closest listed option: 1040Verification / Alternative check:Direct calculation gives about 1040.008, confirming the chosen option.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:1090, 1200, 1120: All are 80–160 away from the refined sum ~1040; too far for these tiny corrections.
Common Pitfalls:Skipping the small −0.002 adjustment in the first product leads to ~1016.06, but the second product still keeps the sum very near 1040; the same nearest choice results.
Final Answer:1040
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