What is 4−1 1/4+1/2 write as a mixed fraction

Answer 1

To find the mixed fraction of 4 - 1 1/4 + 1/2, first convert 4 to a fraction with a common denominator of 4.

4 = 4/1

Now, subtract 1 1/4 from 4:

4/1 - 1 1/4 = 4/1 - (4/4 + 1/4) = 4/1 - 5/4

To combine the fractions, find a common denominator of 4:

4/1 - 5/4 = (16/4) - 5/4 = 11/4

Finally, write the mixed fraction:

11/4 = 2 and 3/4

Therefore, 4 - 1 1/4 + 1/2 written as a mixed fraction is 2 and 3/4.