subtract mixed numbers

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as 2 1/2.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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How do you subtract mixed numbers?

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To subtract mixed numbers, first subtract the whole numbers, then subtract the fractions. If the fraction of the top number is smaller than the bottom, borrow from the whole number.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What is the first step in subtracting 6 - 2 4/5?

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The first step is to convert 2 4/5 into an improper fraction or a mixed number.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What is 2 4/5 as an improper fraction?

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2 4/5 as an improper fraction is 14/5.

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the denominator.

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What is the result of 6 - 2 4/5?

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The result is 3 1/5.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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If Ricky needs 3 1/4 cups of sugar and has 2 1/2 cups, how do you find out how much more he needs?

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Subtract 2 1/2 from 3 1/4.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is 3 1/4 - 2 1/2?

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3 1/4 - 2 1/2 equals 3/4.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is the process of borrowing in subtraction of mixed numbers?

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Borrowing involves taking 1 from the whole number part and adding it to the fraction part, converting it to an equivalent fraction.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What is 5 - 2 3/4?

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5 - 2 3/4 equals 2 1/4.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C