Subtracting Fractions Using a Number Line

This video tutorial demonstrates how to subtract fractions using a number line. It begins with an introduction to the concept and then provides two examples: subtracting 8 1/5 from 3 4/5 and subtracting 37 7/12 from 18 11/12. The video emphasizes using benchmark numbers and visualizing the subtraction process on a number line to simplify the calculation.

What is the first step in subtracting fractions using a number line?

• Add the fractions first

• Jump to the nearest whole number

• Start with the number you are subtracting

• Start with the number you are subtracting from

What is the initial number you mark on the number line for the problem 8 and 1/5 minus 3 and 4/5?

• 4

• 3 and 4/5

• 8

• 8 and 1/5

How many fifths do you need to add to 3 and 4/5 to reach 4?

• 1/5

• 2/5

• 3/5

• 4/5

What is the total number of jumps needed to go from 3 and 4/5 to 8 and 1/5?

• 2 jumps

• 4 jumps

• 5 jumps

• 3 jumps

What is the result of 8 and 1/5 minus 3 and 4/5?

• 4

• 4 and 2/5

• 4 and 1/5

• 5

What is the next benchmark number after 18 and 11/12 in the second problem?

• 20

• 19

• 18

• 21

How many whole numbers do you jump from 20 to 37 in the second problem?

• 16

• 15

• 17

• 18

What is the final result of 37 and 7/12 minus 18 and 11/12?

• 18 and 9/12

• 19

• 18 and 7/12

• 18 and 8/12