The equation is 
.
1/2 is equivalent to 4/8, and 2 1/8 is equal to 17/8. (two full sets of 8 + 1 = 8 + 8 + 1, or 17)
The new equation is 
. Subtract the numerators.
17 - 4 = 13 or 13/8
The improper fraction 
simplifies to 
.
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4/6 = 1/x cross multiple so x= 1.5 dollars
We find out the ratio 100: 12= 25/3
We need the number of <span>sticks of butter: 25/3 x 3/2= 25/2=12.5
That means you must buy 13 </span><span>sticks of butter
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Answer:
1/2 is a rational number.
Step-by-step explanation:
A rational number can be expressed as a ratio of two numbers. 1/2 is a ratio.
It is also a real number, however you do not list that as a category, so from what you listed, it is only a rational number.
Step-by-step explanation:
By Law of Indices, a^m / a^n = a^(m-n).
Therefore a² / a⁸ = a^(-6).
x = -6.
