Fraction Subtraction Flashcard

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What is fraction subtraction?

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Fraction subtraction is the process of taking one fraction away from another, which involves finding a common denominator and then subtracting the numerators.

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How do you subtract fractions with the same denominator?

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To subtract fractions with the same denominator, subtract the numerators and keep the denominator the same. For example, 3/7 - 2/7 = (3-2)/7 = 1/7.

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How do you subtract fractions with different denominators?

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To subtract fractions with different denominators, first find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then subtract the numerators.

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, allowing for easy addition or subtraction.

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What is the result of subtracting 1/4 from 3/4?

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1/2.

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What is the result of subtracting 2/7 from 5/7?

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3/7.

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What is the difference between 3/4 and 1/4?

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1/2.

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How do you simplify the fraction 6/10?

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To simplify 6/10, divide both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor, which is 2, resulting in 3/5.

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If you have 5/8 of a pizza and you eat 1/8 of it, how much is left?

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4/8 or 1/2 of the pizza is left.

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What is the first step in subtracting fractions?

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The first step is to ensure that the fractions have a common denominator.