Subtracting Mixed Numbers with Regrouping

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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 convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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Convert 4 2/6 to an improper fraction.

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26/6.

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What is regrouping in subtraction?

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Regrouping is the process of borrowing from the next highest place value to perform subtraction.

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How do you subtract mixed numbers?

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Convert both mixed numbers to improper fractions, perform the subtraction, and convert back if necessary.

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What is the first step in subtracting mixed numbers?

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Convert the mixed numbers to improper fractions.

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Solve: 4 2/6 - 1 2/3.

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2 4/6.

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How do you find the difference between two mixed numbers?

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Subtract the whole numbers and the fractions separately, then combine the results.

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What is the result of 5 3/5 - 1 4/5?

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3 4/5.

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Solve: Carla's sister is 4 1/3 feet tall and her brother is 2 2/3 feet tall. How much taller is her sister?

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1 2/3 feet.