Question

subtract. write your answer as a fraction or as a whole or mixed number.
$5 \frac{3}{8} - 2 \frac{1}{8} = \square$

Explanation:

Step1: Subtract whole numbers

$5 - 2 = 3$

Step2: Subtract fractions

$\frac{3}{8} - \frac{1}{8} = \frac{2}{8} = \frac{1}{4}$

Step3: Combine results

$3 + \frac{1}{4}$

Answer:

$3\frac{1}{4}$