What is 18\frac{1}{2}-7\frac{3}{4}?

1 Answer
Oct 8, 2016

43/4 =10 3/4

Explanation:

1. Convert the mixed fractions into improper fractions:

18 1/2 = 37/2

7 3/4 = 31/4

2. Make sure both fractions have the same denominator

18 1/2 = 37/2=74/4

Now we can subtract the fractions:

74/4 - 31/4 = 43/4 =10 3/4