Question

2 $2\frac{1}{8} - \frac{1}{2}$

Explanation:

Step1: Convert mixed number to improper fraction

$2\frac{1}{8}=\frac{2\times8 + 1}{8}=\frac{17}{8}$

Step2: Find common denominator for subtraction

The denominator of the second fraction is 2, and the common denominator with 8 is 8. So, $\frac{1}{2}=\frac{1\times4}{2\times4}=\frac{4}{8}$

Step3: Subtract the fractions

$\frac{17}{8}-\frac{4}{8}=\frac{17 - 4}{8}=\frac{13}{8}$

Step4: Convert back to mixed number (optional)

$\frac{13}{8}=1\frac{5}{8}$

Answer:

$1\frac{5}{8}$ (or $\frac{13}{8}$)