Question

Add or subtract the following mixed numbers using the first method. Be sure your answers are in mixed number format and reduced to lowest terms. 5 5/9 - 3 1/3 =
a 2 2/9
b 2 1/3
c 2 5/6
d 2 4/9

Answer 1

The answer is A I believe

Answer 2

5 5/9 - 3 1/3 
2 5/9 - 1/3      Find common denominator for the fractions. 
1/3 x 3= 3/9 
5/9 - 3/9 = 2/9 
2 2/9 
So it's a) 2 2/9