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Simplifying fractions (picture provided)

Simplifying fractions (picture provided)-example-1

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The right answer is 2 1/4

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Simplifying fractions (picture provided)-example-1
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Answer:

2 1/4

Explanation:

- 5 1/4 - ( - 7 1/2)

Subtracting a negative is like adding

- 5 1/4 + 7 1/2

Get a common denominator of 4

-5 1/4 + 7 2/4

Subtract

7 2/4 - 5 1/4

2 1/4

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