Subtracting Mixed Numbers with Regrouping

The video tutorial by Mr. J explains how to subtract mixed numbers with regrouping, also known as borrowing. It covers setting up the problem vertically, finding a common denominator, renaming fractions, and performing the subtraction. The tutorial concludes with simplifying the result to its simplest form.

What is the first step in subtracting mixed numbers with regrouping?

• Add the fractions

• Subtract the whole numbers

• Find a common denominator

• Multiply the fractions

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

Why is it necessary to find a common denominator when subtracting fractions?

• To make the fractions larger

• To ensure the fractions are equivalent

• To simplify the fractions

• To add the fractions

What is the least common multiple of 3 and 12?

• 12

• 9

• 15

• 6

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CCSS.4.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

How do you rename 1/3 to have a denominator of 12?

• Multiply by 6

• Multiply by 3

• Multiply by 4

• Multiply by 5

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3A

What do you do if the first fraction is smaller than the second when subtracting?

• Multiply the first fraction by 2

• Divide the second fraction by 2

• Subtract one whole from the second fraction

• Add one whole to the first fraction

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

What is the result of subtracting 16/12 from 11/12?

• 2/12

• 3/12

• 4/12

• 5/12

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

What is the final whole number result when subtracting 13 from 7?

• 6

• 8

• 5

• 7

What is the simplified form of 5/12?

• 3/4

• 2/5

• 5/12

• 1/2

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

What is the final answer when subtracting 14 and 1/3 from 7 and 11/12?

• 6 and 2/12

• 6 and 1/12

• 6 and 3/12

• 6 and 5/12

What is the common factor between 5 and 12?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4