5.NF.A.2 (Pt. 2)

Front

What is the process of subtracting fractions with different denominators?

Back

To subtract fractions with different denominators, first find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then subtract the numerators.

Front

How do you find a common denominator for two fractions?

Back

To find a common denominator, identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators.

Front

What is 1/4 - 1/6?

Back

1/4 - 1/6 = 1/12 after finding a common denominator (12).

Front

If Tonya walks onstage 1/4 hour after the play starts and Jayla walks onstage 2/3 hour after, how do you find the time difference?

Back

Convert both times to a common denominator and subtract: 2/3 - 1/4 = 5/12 hour.

Front

What fraction of lines does Devon have left to memorize if he wants to memorize 1/2 and has memorized 1/8?

Back

1/2 - 1/8 = 3/8 of his lines left to memorize.

Front

What is the first step in subtracting fractions?

Back

The first step is to find a common denominator.

Front

What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

Back

To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms.

Front

What is the simplified form of 4/8?

Back

4/8 simplified is 1/2.

Front

How do you subtract mixed numbers?

Back

Convert mixed numbers to improper fractions, find a common denominator, and then subtract.

Front

What is the result of 3/5 - 1/5?

Back

3/5 - 1/5 = 2/5.