Question

What is 12 1/2 - (-4 1/2)

Answer 1

17

Explanation:

12 1/2 - (-4 1/2)

Turn to improper fractions.

25/2 - (-9/2)

Negative times negative is positive.

25/2 + 9/2

Add fractions with common denominators.

34/2

Divide.

= 17

Answer 2

the correct answer is

Explanation:

= 12 1/2 - (-4 1/2)

=17

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