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Hey can somebody help me? I know it seems easy but I forgot the process on how to do this. Thanks in advance! --------------------------------- 1 1/2 - 1/2 = ??? Show your work please so I understand
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Hey can somebody help me? I know it seems easy but I forgot the process on how to do this. Thanks in advance!

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1 1/2 - 1/2 = ???

Show your work please so I understand

User Ted Pennings
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Since we can break down 1 1/2 into 1 + 1/2, and we know that 1/2 - 1/2 = 0, we can just add one. So, the answer is 1.

Sorry if this was a bit unclear, I did my best to explain ;)

Hope this helps!
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