Explanation

To solve the expression, we need to follow the order of operations (PEMDAS):

1. Multiply 5 and 8: 5*8 = 40

2. Subtract 7: 40 - 7 = 33

3. Add 1: 33 + 1 = 34

4. Subtract 1¾: 34 - 1.75 = 32.25

5. Add 4: 32.25 + 4 = 36.25

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Sultan Mehmed II conquered Constantinople on May 29, 1453.

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The poet of Sindh known as the "Poet of Haft Zaban" is "Sachal Sarmast."

He earned this title for his proficiency in writing poetry in seven languages.

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The Mediterranean Sea is bordered by 21 countries: Albania, Algeria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Cyprus, Egypt, France, Greece, Israel, Italy, Lebanon, Libya, Malta, Monaco, Montenegro, Morocco, Slovenia, Spain, Syria, Tunisia, and Turkey.

It is connected to the Atlantic Ocean by the Strait of Gibraltar.

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Formerly known as Southern Rhodesia, the country became Zimbabwe in 1980 upon gaining independence.

The name Rhodesia was used until 1979, with the legal name Southern Rhodesia continuing until Zimbabwe's independence.

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One degree of latitude is approximately 111 km everywhere, but it varies slightly: about 110.6 km at the equator and 111.7 km at the poles.

Lines of longitude, or meridians, run north-south.

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The sun reaches its maximum angular distance from the equator at the "Solstice."

During the solstice, which occurs twice a year, the sun is at its highest or lowest point in the sky relative to the equator.

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The adverb in the sentence is "anywhere."

Adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs and often describe location, time, or manner.

In this case, "anywhere" modifies the verb "find" by indicating the location.

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The correct meaning is: "Harbinger of serious problem."

The phrase "canary in the coal mine" refers to an early warning or indicator of a larger issue.

In this context, it means that the stories of seniors with economic distress due to student loans signal a broader, more serious problem.

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The correct meaning is: "One shouldn't judge someone or something based only on what one sees on the outside."

This proverb advises against making judgments based solely on appearance, emphasizing the importance of understanding the true nature of a person or thing.