Question

What is 13 1/2 - 5 6/8

Please explain the process.

Answer 1

Answer: 31/4

Explanation:

Convert both into improper fractions:

(13*2+1)/2 - (5*8+6)/8

= 27/2 - 46/8

Simplify 46/8:

27/2 - 23/4

Same denominator:

54/4 - 23/4

= 31/4