Subtract mixed numbers with borrowing

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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 from the whole number.

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What does it mean to borrow in subtraction?

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Borrowing in subtraction means taking 1 from the whole number and converting it into an equivalent fraction to help with the subtraction.

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What is the first step in subtracting 5 6/10 - 1 8/10?

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The first step is to subtract the whole numbers: 5 - 1 = 4.

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What do you do if the fraction in the first mixed number is smaller than the fraction in the second?

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You borrow 1 from the whole number of the first mixed number to make the fraction larger.

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What is 6/10 - 8/10?

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6/10 - 8/10 requires borrowing, resulting in 16/10 - 8/10 = 8/10 or 4/5 after simplification.

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What is the result of 7 3/8 - 5 5/8?

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The result is 1 3/4.

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How do you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator.

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What is the result of 4 1/6 - 1 3/6?

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The result is 2 2/3.

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What is the importance of simplifying fractions?

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Simplifying fractions makes them easier to understand and work with.