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This one tooooo and the whole thing

This one tooooo and the whole thing-example-1
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Answer:

4 5/8 the answer you have is correct :)

Explanation:

First, you want to make the mixed fraction into an improper fraction.

7 x 4 + 3 = 31 (31/4)

3 x 8 + 1 = 25 (25/8)

Now you want them both to have a common denominator.

31/4 x 2/2 = 62/8

Now you are ready to subtract!

62/8 - 25/8 = 37/8

Finally, convert 37/8 to a proper fraction.

37/8 = 4 5/8

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