Question

While taking inventory at her bakery, Ruby noticed that she had 5⁄6 pound of cinnamon yesterday, but now had only 2⁄3 pound. How much more cinnamon did Ruby have yesterday?

Answer 1

While taking inventory at her bakery, Ruby noticed that she had 5⁄6 pound of cinnamon yesterday, but now had only 2⁄3 pound. How much more cinnamon did Ruby have yesterday? the answer is 1/6

Explanation:

Answer 2

1/6

Explanation:

Common Denominator

2⁄3 = 4⁄6

Yesterday's Cinnamon

5⁄6 − 4⁄6 = 1⁄6 pound