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0580/11 Oct/Nov 2024, Question 23: Addition and Subtraction of Fractions

Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 11 (Core) · Calculator · 3 marks

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The question, in short

Without a calculator, subtract the mixed numbers 5 1/3 and 3 4/7, showing all working and giving the result as a mixed number in simplest form.

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Solution · 3 marks

  1. 15 1/3 − 3 4/7 = 16/3 − 25/7
  2. 2= 112/21 − 75/21
  3. 3= 37/21 = 1 16/21

Answer1 16/21

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