Subtracting Whole Numbers from Fractions

The video tutorial by Matematika Spektan covers the method of subtracting whole numbers from fractions. It includes four examples, each increasing in difficulty, demonstrating the process of aligning denominators, performing subtraction, and simplifying results. The tutorial emphasizes understanding the steps involved in subtracting fractions and mixed numbers, providing clear explanations and solutions for each example.

What is the first step in subtracting a whole number from a fraction?

• Divide the whole number by the fraction

• Multiply the whole number by the fraction

• Add the whole number to the fraction

• Convert the whole number to a fraction with the same denominator

In the problem 2 - 3/5, what is the result after converting 2 to a fraction?

• 5/2

• 10/5

• 2/5

• 3/5

What is the final answer for the problem 2 - 3/5?

• 1 2/5

• 1 3/5

• 1 1/5

• 2 1/5

In the problem 4 - 5/7, what is the equivalent fraction of 4?

• 4/7

• 28/7

• 7/4

• 5/7

What is the final answer for the problem 4 - 5/7?

• 3 2/7

• 3 3/7

• 2 2/7

• 3 1/7

In the problem 6 - 9/15, what is the equivalent fraction of 6?

• 90/15

• 15/6

• 9/15

• 6/15

What is the final answer for the problem 6 - 9/15?

• 5 3/5

• 4 2/5

• 5 1/5

• 5 2/5

In the problem 7 - 2 1/3, what is the equivalent fraction of 2 1/3?

• 6/3

• 7/3

• 5/3

• 8/3

What is the final answer for the problem 7 - 2 1/3?

• 4 2/3

• 4 1/3

• 5 2/3

• 3 2/3

What should you do if you have a mixed fraction in a subtraction problem?

• Ignore the whole number part

• Convert it to a decimal

• Convert it to an improper fraction

• Add the whole number part to the fraction