Re: Need some advise/assistance- PLEASE
Posted by: Rich/CA/Math on 10/27/09
On 10/27/09, Sue wrote:
> Thanks to the two of you who took the time out of your busy days
> to respond to my request, I now understand the process enough to
> help my nephew. I certainly appreciate your kindness.
>
I came to this a little late, but the first thing I would do is
simplify that 3/15 into 1/5. Then the problem becomes 5 - 1/5 and it
is much easier to get to the answer of 4-4/5.