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Subtract: 9/10 - 2/5

  • A. 1/2
  • B. 3/10
  • C. 4/10
  • D. 1/4
Correct Answer: A

Rationale: To subtract fractions, you need a common denominator. In this case, convert 2/5 to an equivalent fraction with a denominator of 10, giving you 4/10. Now subtract: 9/10 - 4/10 = 5/10. Simplifying 5/10 to its lowest terms, you get 1/2. Therefore, the correct answer is 1/2, which represents the result of subtracting 2/5 from 9/10.