Math Problem Statement

A box has 5 3/4 cups of cereal. Tavon pours 1 1/4 cups into a bowl. How much cereal is left in the box? Explain or show the method you used to solve.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fractions
Subtraction of Mixed Numbers
Basic Arithmetic

Formulas

Convert mixed numbers to improper fractions, subtract, and simplify.

Theorems

Basic properties of fractions (addition and subtraction).

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 4-6