Answer:
The result to your inquiry is 2 7/24.
Step-by-step explanation:
Data:
Hank's cows yield = 4 3/4 and 4 1/8
Debra's cows yield = 5 1/2 and 5 2/3
Process:
1.- Convert the mixed numbers into improper fractions:
For Hank: (16 + 3)/4 = 19/4 and (32 + 1)/8 = 33/8.
For Debra: (10 + 1)/2 = 11/2 and (15 + 2)/3 = 17/3.
2.- Add Hank's and Debra's milk quantities:
Hank: 19/4 + 33/8 = 38/8 + 33/8 = 71/8.
Debra: 11/2 + 17/3 = 33/6 + 34/6 = 67/6.
3.- Subtract Hank's total from Debra's total:
67/6 - 71/8 = (268 - 213)/24.
Thus, it simplifies to 55/24.
- Convert back to a mixed number:
2
24 55
7
Where 55/24 equals 2 7/24.
4.- Conclusion:
Debra produced 2 7/24 more milk than Hank.
