Question

find the value of the expression
$v - 3\frac{8}{9}$
for $v = 6\frac{1}{3}$.
write your answer as a fraction or as a whole or mixed number.

Explanation:

Step1: Substitute $v$ into expression

$6\frac{1}{3} - 3\frac{8}{9}$

Step2: Convert to improper fractions

$\frac{19}{3} - \frac{35}{9}$

Step3: Get common denominator

$\frac{19\times3}{3\times3} - \frac{35}{9} = \frac{57}{9} - \frac{35}{9}$

Step4: Subtract numerators

$\frac{57 - 35}{9} = \frac{22}{9}$

Step5: Convert to mixed number

$2\frac{4}{9}$

Answer:

$2\frac{4}{9}$ or $\frac{22}{9}$