0580/13 May/Jun 2022, Question 22: Addition and Subtraction of Fractions
Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 13 (Core) · Calculator · 3 marks
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The question, in short
Without a calculator, subtract the mixed numbers 4 1/6 and 1 7/8, showing all working and giving the answer as a mixed number in simplest form.
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Solution · 3 marks
- 14 1/6 = 25/6 and 1 7/8 = 15/8
- 225/6 − 15/8 = 100/24 − 45/24
- 3= 55/24 = 2 7/24
Answer2 7/24
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