Question

Simplify and write the answer as a mixed number 5 1/2-3 3/8

Answer 1

Explanation:

To add or subtract fractions they must have the same denominator

5 1/2 = 11/2 = 44/8 and 3 3/8 = 27/8

44/8 + 27/8 = ( 44+27) / 8 = 71/8 = 8 7/8