Question

Solve the story problem by working backwards. *

Answer 1

Answer:

2 5/12

Step-by-step explanation:

deduct the sum of 2 1/4 and 3 2/6 from 8

i prefer to change them to improper fractions

9/4 + 20/6 = 27/12 + 40/12 = 67/12

8 can be change to 96/12

96/12 - 67/12 = 29/12 or 2 5/12