Answer: k = 9 1/4
Step-by-step explanation: convert mixed numbers to improper fractions: 2 5/6 = 17/6
k - 17/6 = 6 5/12
convert mixed numbers to improper fractions: 6 5/12 = 77/12
Move 17/6 to the right side
k = 37/4
convert improper fractions to mixed numbers: 37/4 = 9 1/4
where k = 9 1/4 as your answer