Question

Paula used 1 3/4 cups of flour for a recipe. How many cups y of flour did Paula have if she had x cups before making the recipe? Write an equation to represent the situation.

Answer 1

y= x - 1 3/4

Explanation:

Answer 2

y=x-1 3/4 all you have to do is subtract the amount used (1 3/4) form the starting amount (x)