Question

How do you solve this equation? 2 1/2 - 3/4

Answer 1

1 3/4

Explanation:

you have to convert the mixed numbers into improper fractions first

2 1/2 turns into 5/2

then you make the denominators the same

5/2 turn into 10/4

then you subtract

10/4 - 3/4 = 7/4

then you turn it into a mixed number

7/4 turns into 1 3/4