Question

Simplify: -1/8 + 2 1/4x + 5/8 - 3x

Answer 1

1/2 - 3/4x

Explanation:

1. Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction

2 1/4 = 9/4

2. Calculate the sum

-1/8 + 9/4x + 5/8 -3x = 1/2 + 9/4x -3x

3. Calculate the difference

-1/8 + 9/4x + 5/8 -3x = 1/2 - 3/4x

SOLUTION

1/2 - 3/4x