Question

Perform the indicated operation. Reduce fractions to lowest terms. Do not use improper fraction in answer. Subtract 10 - 6 3/8 =

Answer 1

Answer:

Option A is correct

$3\frac{5}{8}$

Step-by-step explanation:

Subtract:

$10 - 6\frac{3}{8}$

First convert mixed fraction $6\frac{3}{8}$ into proper fraction.

$6\frac{3}{8} = \frac{8 \cdot 6 + 3}{8} = \frac{48+3}{8} = \frac{51}{8}$

then;

$\frac{10}{1}-\frac{51}{8}$

Taking LCM of 1 and 8 is, 8.

⇒$\frac{80-51}{8} = \frac{29}{8}$

⇒$3\frac{5}{8}$

Therefore, after subtracting $10 - 6\frac{3}{8}$ we get, $3\frac{5}{8}$

Answer 2

10 - 6 3/8 = 80/8 - 51/8 = 29/8 = 3 5/8
A) 3 5/8