Question

subtract. write your answer as a mixed number or sim \\( 8\frac{8}{9} - 1\frac{7}{9} \\)

Explanation:

Step1: Subtract whole numbers and fractions separately

For the whole numbers: \( 8 - 1 = 7 \)
For the fractions: \( \frac{8}{9} - \frac{7}{9} = \frac{8 - 7}{9} = \frac{1}{9} \)

Step2: Combine the results

Add the result of the whole numbers and the result of the fractions: \( 7 + \frac{1}{9} = 7\frac{1}{9} \)

Answer:

\( 7\frac{1}{9} \)