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Since 2 4/5 is greater than 1/4, the answer is negative.
You can just subtract 2 4/5 and 1/4 and add the (-) sign
2 4/5 - 1/4
Change the fractions so they can have a common denominator: 20
2 4/5 = 2 16/20
1/4 = 5/20
2 16/20 - 5/20 = 2 11/20
Add the (-) sign → -2 11/20
Answer ⇒ -2 11/20
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