Answer: 213/40 or 5.325
Step-by-step explanation:
We can find common denominators for 8 1/5 and 2 7/8.
The Lowest Common Denominator for 8 1/5 and 2 7/8 is 40.
8 1/5 = 41/5 = 328/40.
2 7/8 = 23/8 = 115/40.
Now we can subtract.
328/40 - 115/40 = 213/40.
Therefore, the answer is 213/40 or 5 13/40.
