Solve Mixed Number Equation: 2⅕ + (-30/50) with Negative Fractions

Question

(+215)(3050)= (+2\frac{1}{5})-(-\frac{30}{50})=

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Step-by-Step Solution

Let's remember the rule:

(x)=+x -(-x)=+x

Now let's write the exercise in the following way:

215+3050= 2\frac{1}{5}+\frac{30}{50}=

We'll reduce the fraction 3050 \frac{30}{50} by 10

215+35=245 2\frac{1}{5}+\frac{3}{5}=2\frac{4}{5}

Answer

245 2\frac{4}{5}