Subtracting 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 1/3.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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How do you subtract mixed numbers?

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To subtract mixed numbers, convert them to improper fractions, subtract, and then convert back to a mixed number if necessary.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as 9/4.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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Convert 10 1/3 to an improper fraction.

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10 1/3 = 31/3.

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Convert 6 2/3 to an improper fraction.

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6 2/3 = 20/3.

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What is the first step in subtracting 10 1/3 and 6 2/3?

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Convert both mixed numbers to improper fractions.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is 4 5/7 as an improper fraction?

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4 5/7 = 33/7.

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What is 8 6/7 as an improper fraction?

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8 6/7 = 62/7.

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What is the difference between 11 1/4 and 7 3/4?

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The difference is 3 1/2.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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What is the result of 9 4/6 minus 3 2/6?

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The result is 6 1/3.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D