Question

subtract 3 1/8 from 5

Answer 1

have to show work

Answer 2

I would change the 3 1/8 into an improper fraction. To do this, multiply 8•3 and add 1 and put that number over the denominator. So, 25/8. Next, change 5 into a fraction with 8 in the denominator. 40/8 works.

40/8 - 25/8 = 15/8

Answer 3

thx

Answer 4

I don't know if you have to change the fraction into a mixed number or decimal...do your teachers have a preference?

Answer 5

no

Answer 6

Well, mixed number = 1 7/8 and decimal = 1.875

Answer 7

got it