0580/12 May/Jun 2022, Question 23: Addition and Subtraction of Fractions
Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 12 (Core) · Calculator · 3 marks
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The question, in short
Without a calculator, subtract the mixed numbers 4 1/8 and 2 5/6, showing all working and giving the result as a mixed number in simplest form.
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Solution · 3 marks
- 14 1/8 = 33/8 and 2 5/6 = 17/6
- 233/8 − 17/6 = 99/24 − 68/24
- 3= 31/24 = 1 7/24
Answer1 7/24
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