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11 April, 01:50

Melvin's backpack weighs 3 2/3 lbs. Ashley's backpack weighs 1 3/9. How much heavier is Melvin's backpack?

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  1. 11 April, 01:51
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    Answer: Melvin's backpack is 2.33 lbs heavier

    Step-by-step explanation:

    Convert the fractions to decimals (personal preference there)

    2/3 = 0.666

    3/9 = 0.333

    3.66-1.33=2.33
  2. 11 April, 02:16
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    11/3-4/3=7/3 or 2 1/3.

    Note: 1 3/9 simplifies to 1 1/3.
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