Subtracting Fractions with like Denominators

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What does it mean to subtract fractions with like denominators?

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Subtracting fractions with like denominators means you have fractions that share the same bottom number, allowing you to subtract only the numerators.

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What is the result of 9/10 - 4/10?

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5/10 or 1/2.

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What is the result of 9/12 - 4/12?

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5/12.

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What is the result of 11/14 - 3/14?

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8/14.

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What is the result of 7/8 - 2/8?

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5/8.

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What is the result of 5/8 - 1/8?

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4/8.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common factor.

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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.

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What is the first step in subtracting fractions?

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Ensure the fractions have the same denominator.