Subtracting Fractions Using Models

What is the equivalent fraction of one-half when using a common denominator with two-sixths?

• Four-sixths

• Five-sixths

• Three-sixths

• Two-sixths

In the second example, what is the equivalent fraction of two-thirds when using a common denominator with four-twelfths?

• Six-twelfths

• Seven-twelfths

• Eight-twelfths

• Nine-twelfths

After converting to a common denominator, what is the result of subtracting four-twelfths from eight-twelfths?

• Two-twelfths

• Three-twelfths

• Four-twelfths

• Five-twelfths