Question

12 1/2 - (-4 1/2) = ?

Answer 1

Answer:

17

Step-by-step explanation:

Convert the mixed numbers to improper fractions, then find the LCD and combine.

Answer 2

subtracting negative numbers is basically just adding positive numbers.
12 + 4 = 16
1/2 + 1/2 = 1
16 + 1 = 17