Question

Find the lcd. Add or subtract the fractions. Simplify if needed. (- 3/16) + (- 5/2)

Answer 1

Answer:

$\boxed{-\frac{43}{16}}$

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Step-by-step explanation:

$-\frac{3}{16} + (-\frac{5}{2} )$

$= -\frac{3}{16} - \frac{5}{2}$

$= \frac{-3 - 5(8)}{16}$

$= \frac{-3 - 40}{16}$

$= -\frac{43}{16}$