SOLUTION: I would appreciate help on how to evaluate expressions with no mixed number answers.example 3/2-5/4.

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Question 638172: I would appreciate help on how to evaluate expressions with no mixed number answers.example 3/2-5/4.
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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I would appreciate help on how to evaluate expressions with no mixed number answers.example 3/2-5/4.
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3%2F2-5%2F4
Find a common denominator.
The product always works: 2*4 = 8
3/2 = 12/8
5/4 = 10/8
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12%2F8+-+10%2F8+=+2%2F8+=+1%2F4
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You can use the LCD, 4 in this case and get the same answer.
Sometimes the LCD is not so obvious, but the product always works.