17. \( 1.48 \times 7=m \)

To solve for \( m \), simply multiply \( 1.48 \) by \( 7 \). When you do the math, you get \( m = 10.36 \). It's a straightforward multiplication problem, so don't let the decimals throw you off—just line them up like regular numbers! If you're looking for a quick way to check your multiplication, consider breaking it down. For example, you could think of \( 1.48 \) as \( 1.50 - 0.02 \) and then calculate \( (1.50 \times 7) - (0.02 \times 7) = 10.50 - 0.14 = 10.36 \). This way, you avoid common errors!