What is the result of subtracting 3 1/7 from 5?

To determine the result of subtracting (3 \frac{1}{7}) from (5), it is helpful to first convert both numbers into improper fractions or a consistent form that makes it easier to perform the subtraction.

Start by expressing the whole number (5) as a fraction. This can be done by rewriting (5) as (\frac{5}{1}). You can also convert (3 \frac{1}{7}) into an improper fraction. It breaks down as follows:

1. Multiply the whole number (3) by the denominator (7): (3 \times 7 = 21).

2. Add the numerator (1) to that result: (21 + 1 = 22).

3. Therefore, (3 \frac{1}{7}) can be written as (\frac{22}{7}).

Now, rewrite (5) with a common denominator that will allow the operation to be carried out cleanly. The integer (5) can be expressed as:

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5 = \frac{5 \times 7}{1 \times 7} = \frac{35}{7}

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