Subtracting Fractions with Like Denominators

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What is subtracting fractions with like denominators?

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Subtracting fractions with like denominators means taking one fraction away from another when both fractions have the same bottom number (denominator). You only subtract the top numbers (numerators).

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What is the formula for subtracting fractions with like denominators?

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What do you do with the denominators when subtracting fractions with like denominators?

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You keep the denominator the same.

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What is a common mistake when subtracting fractions?

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A common mistake is to subtract the denominators instead of keeping them the same.