Mixed Number Subtraction Quiz

What should you do when you encounter two consecutive negative signs in a subtraction problem?

• Leave them as they are

• Convert them into positive signs

• Ignore them

• Add another negative sign

When subtracting mixed numbers with different signs, what is the first step?

• Find the sum of the absolute values

• Multiply the numbers

• Find the difference of the absolute values

• Add the numbers directly

How do you rename a mixed number as an improper fraction?

• Multiply the whole number by the denominator and add the numerator

• Divide the numerator by the denominator

• Add the whole number to the numerator

• Subtract the numerator from the whole number

What is the lowest common denominator for the fractions 9/4 and 15/8?

• 4

• 8

• 12

• 16

How do you determine the sign of the result when subtracting mixed numbers with different signs?

• Use the sign of the smaller absolute value

• Always use a positive sign

• Use the sign of the larger absolute value

• Always use a negative sign