Question

math problem: kaylen has 2 packages to mail. .the packages weigh 6 1/8 lbs total. If her first package weighs 4 1/2 lbs total, then how many pounds does her second package weigh?

Answer 1

1 5/8

Explanation:

6 1/8 = 6x8=1 = 49/8

4 1/2 = 4x2+1 = 9/2

so, 49/8 - 9/2 = 13/8

which in alternative form is 1 5/8 or 1.625