Subtracting Mixed Number Fractions with Different Denominators Using Area Models

This lesson teaches how to subtract mixed number fractions with different denominators using area models. It begins with a review of subtracting fractions with common denominators and highlights common mistakes students make. The lesson then explains how to find a common denominator using area models to create equivalent fractions, allowing for subtraction. Two example problems are provided to illustrate the process, and the lesson concludes with a summary of the key points covered.

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