Question

16 - 7\frac{3}{8}

Explanation:

Step1: Convert mixed number to improper fraction

$7\frac{3}{8} = \frac{7\times8 + 3}{8} = \frac{59}{8}$

Step2: Rewrite 16 as fraction over 8

$16 = \frac{16\times8}{8} = \frac{128}{8}$

Step3: Subtract the two fractions

$\frac{128}{8} - \frac{59}{8} = \frac{128 - 59}{8} = \frac{69}{8}$

Step4: Convert to mixed number (optional)

$\frac{69}{8} = 8\frac{5}{8}$

Answer:

$\frac{69}{8}$ or $8\frac{5}{8}$