Subtracting Fractions and Mixed Numbers

The video tutorial covers subtracting fractions and mixed numbers. It begins with subtracting fractions with different denominators by finding equivalent fractions. Then, it explains how to subtract mixed numbers by regrouping. Finally, it addresses subtracting mixed numbers with different denominators, emphasizing the need to find equivalent fractions.

What is the first step when subtracting fractions with different denominators?

• Divide the fractions

• Multiply the fractions

• Find a common denominator

• Add the numerators

How do you find an equivalent fraction for 1/3 with a denominator of 9?

• Subtract 2 from the denominator

• Divide the numerator by 3

• Add 6 to the numerator

• Multiply both numerator and denominator by 3

What is the result of subtracting 5/9 from 3/9?

• 0

• 1/9

• 8/9

• 2/9

What is the result of subtracting 1/3 from 5/9?

• 2/9

• 4/9

• 3/9

• 1/9

What is the result of subtracting 3/9 from 5/9?

• 4/9

• 2/9

• 1/9

• 3/9

When regrouping 2 into a mixed number with a denominator of 8, what is the mixed number?

• 1 and 1/8

• 1 and 7/8

• 2 and 1/8

• 1 and 8/8

What is the result of subtracting 3/8 from 8/8?

• 2/8

• 3/8

• 1/8

• 5/8

How do you convert 2/3 to have a denominator of 9?

• Multiply both numerator and denominator by 3

• Divide the numerator by 3

• Add 3 to the numerator

• Subtract 1 from the denominator

What is the result of subtracting 1/9 from 6/9?

• 3/9

• 4/9

• 7/9

• 5/9

What is the first step in subtracting mixed numbers with different denominators?

• Subtract the whole numbers

• Find equivalent fractions

• Multiply the fractions

• Add the fractions