Quinary Quantity Part 3

Logic Level 2

\[ \large \square \ + \ \square \ - \ \square \ \times \ \square \ \div \ \square \]

You are given that the numbers \(1,2,3,4\) and \(5\) are to be filled in the square boxes as shown above (without repetition).

By strictly applying the operations from left to right (without adhering to order of operations), find the minimum possible value of the resultant number. Give your answer to 3 decimal places.

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