SOLUTION: How much would I have left if I took 1/2 yard away from 1.7/8 yards of material?

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Question 802703: How much would I have left if I took 1/2 yard away from 1.7/8 yards of material?
Answer by Cromlix(4381) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
1 7/8 - 1/2
1 7/8 = 15/8
15/8 - 1/2
Common denominator = 8
15 - 4/8
11/8
= 1 3/8 yards left.
Hope this helps.
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