Find the value of 7/8 − 1/4.
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Worked Solution
Step 1: Find a common denominator for 7/8 and 1/4.
The denominator 8 is a multiple of 4, so convert 1/4 to eighths.
Step 2: Convert 1/4 to eighths.
1/4 = (1 × 2)/(4 × 2) = 2/8
Step 3: Subtract the fractions.
7/8 − 2/8 = 5/8
Answer: 5/8
Correct answer: 5/8
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