Question

Work out 2 1/2 - 1 1/3 Give your answer as a mixed number where appropriate.​

Answer 1

Answer: 1 1/6

Explanation:

(P.S: Everthing in italics are either fractions. mixed numbers, or numbers.

1. Change 2 1/2 and 1 1/3 to improper fractions. (5/2 and 4/3)
2. Find the Least Common Denominator. (6) So our answer will have the denominator of 6.
3. Subtract: 5/2 - 4/3. (7/6)
4. Convert 7/6 to a mixed number. (1 1/6)

And there ya' go! The answer is 1 1/6! You're welcome!