subtract mixed numbers

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as 2 1/2.

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How do you subtract mixed numbers?

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To subtract mixed numbers, first subtract the whole numbers, then subtract the fractions. If needed, convert the fraction to have a common denominator.

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What is the first step in subtracting mixed numbers?

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The first step is to separate the whole numbers from the fractions.

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What do you do if the fraction in the top number is smaller than the fraction in the bottom number?

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You need to borrow 1 from the whole number to make the fraction larger.

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What is the common denominator?

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The common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions.

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How do you find a common denominator for 1/2 and 1/4?

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The common denominator for 1/2 and 1/4 is 4.

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What is 5 - 2 3/4?

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5 - 2 3/4 = 2 1/4.

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What is 5 1/4 - 1 1/2?

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5 1/4 - 1 1/2 = 3 3/4.

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If Ricky needs 3 1/4 cups of sugar and has 2 1/2 cups, how much more does he need?

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Ricky needs 3/4 cups more of sugar.

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What is 17 1/6 - 3 2/3?

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17 1/6 - 3 2/3 = 13 3/6.