Question

What is the difference of the whole number and the mixed number below? 8-2 7/8 A. 6 7/8 B. 6 1/8 C. 5 7/8 D. 5 1/8

Answer 1

D. 5 1/8

Explanation:

First, convert the mixed number into an improper fraction

8-2 7/8 = 8- 23/8

Calculate the difference

8-23/8 = 41/8

Simplify the fraction

41/8 = 5 1/8