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Word problem involving addition or subtraction of fractions with the same denominator

Word problem involving addition or subtraction of fractions with the same denominator-example-1

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Answer:

He has 3/5 pounds of flour left

Step-by-step explanation:

The flour he had left is:


(11)/(15)-(2)/(15)=(9)/(15)=(3)/(5)\text{pounds}

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