Answer: -2 1/3.
Explanation:
Given:
(-1 1/3) - 1 2/3
First, let's convert the mixed numbers into improper fractions:
-1 1/3 = (-1 x 3 + 1)/3 = -2/3
1 2/3 = (1 x 3 + 2)/3 = 5/3
Now, subtract the two fractions:
(-2/3) - (5/3)
To subtract fractions with the same denominator, simply subtract the numerators:
Numerator = -2 - 5 = -7
So, the result is:
-7/3
Now, let's convert this improper fraction back into a mixed number:
-7 ÷ 3 = -2 R 1
The result is:
-2 1/3
So, (-1 1/3) - 1 2/3 = -2 1/3.