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Simplify mixed numerals expression:

8 1/4- 3 2/5 - (2 1/3 - 1/4)

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Correct answer:

x =  2.7667

Step-by-step explanation:

$x=(8+1\mathrm{/}4)-(3+2\mathrm{/}5)-((2+1\mathrm{/}3)-1\mathrm{/}4)={\displaystyle \frac{83}{30}}=2\frac{23}{30}=2.7667$

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