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G 6. Mr. Lesher is painting his kitchen. He used 1 1/8 gallons so far. He bought 3 1/2 gallons. How much does he have left?



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2.375 gallons left

(This answer is valid if the question allows for your answer to be in decimals rather than as a fraction)

Explanation:

Calculate 1/8 = 0.125

1 1/8 is 1 + 0.125 = 1.125

Calculate 1/2 = 0.5

3 1/2 is 3 + 0.5 = 3.5

3.5 - 1.125 = 2.375

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