Question

What is the difference of the fractions? Use the number line and equivalent fractions to help find the answer. -2 1/2 - ( -1 3/4)

A: -4 1/4

B: -4

C: -3/4

D: -1/2

ANSWER ASAP PLEASE

Answer 1

-3/4

-2 1/2 = -5/2
-1 3/4 = 7/4 positive because of subtract

=-3/4