Subtracting 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 the fraction of the top number is smaller than the bottom, borrow 1 from the whole number.

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What is the first step in subtracting 4 5/7 from 8 6/7?

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The first step is to subtract the whole numbers: 8 - 4 = 4.

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

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You borrow 1 from the whole number, converting it into an equivalent fraction.

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What is 6/7 - 5/7?

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6/7 - 5/7 = 1/7.

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What is the result of 9 4/6 minus 3 2/6?

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The result is 6 1/3.

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How do you convert 1/2 to sixths?

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1/2 is equivalent to 3/6.

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What is the result of 12 3/5 minus 8 4/5?

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The result is 3 1/5.

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What is the difference between 7 7/8 and 5 3/8?

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The difference is 2 4/8.

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What is the process of borrowing in subtraction?

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Borrowing involves taking 1 from the whole number and converting it into an equivalent fraction to make subtraction easier.