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What should be subtracted from 479 to get 229?

A
259
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239
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359
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349
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Solution

The correct option is A 259
Converting mixed fractions into unlike fractions we get:
479 = 439
229 = 209
To find what needs to be subtracted from 479 to get 229, we should subtract 209 from 439.
439 - 209 = 239
= 259
Hence, 259 needs to be subtracted from 479 to get 229.

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