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What is Negative three-fourths + 2 and three-fourths?

3 and one-half
3 and three-fourths
2 and one-half
2

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Answer:

The sum of given mixed fractions is 1/2.

Given that, .

What is addition of two fractions?

To add fractions there are three simple steps:

Step 1: Make sure the bottom numbers (the denominators) are the same. Step 2: Add the top numbers (the numerators), put that answer over the denominator.

Step 3: Simplify the fraction (if possible).

Now,

= -9/4 + 11/4

= (-9+11)/4

= 2/4

= 1/2

Hence, the sum of given mixed fractions is 1/2.

Explanation:

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