Fraction Operations and Conversions

The video tutorial explains how to subtract a fraction from a whole number. It begins by converting the whole number into a fraction, then finding a common denominator. The tutorial demonstrates creating equivalent fractions and performing the subtraction. Finally, it shows how to convert the result into a mixed number, providing a comprehensive guide to the process.

What is the first step in subtracting a fraction from a whole number?

• Convert the fraction to a whole number

• Convert the whole number to a fraction

• Find the least common multiple

• Add the fraction to the whole number

How can you express a whole number as a fraction?

• By dividing it by 2

• By multiplying it by 3

• By placing it over 1

• By subtracting 1 from it

Why is it important to have a common denominator when subtracting fractions?

• To make the fractions larger

• To ensure the fractions are equivalent

• To simplify the fractions

• To perform the operation correctly

What is the common denominator for the fractions 1 and 3?

• 1

• 3

• 6

• 2

How do you create an equivalent fraction?

• By dividing the numerator and denominator by the same number

• By adding the same number to the numerator and denominator

• By multiplying the numerator and denominator by the same number

• By subtracting the same number from the numerator and denominator

What is the equivalent fraction of 8 when expressed with a denominator of 3?

• 32/3

• 24/3

• 16/3

• 8/3

After finding a common denominator, what is the next step in subtraction?

• Add the numerators

• Subtract the numerators

• Multiply the numerators

• Divide the numerators

What is the result of subtracting 4/3 from 24/3?

• 16/3

• 18/3

• 22/3

• 20/3

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

• By subtracting the denominator from the numerator

• By dividing the numerator by the denominator

• By multiplying the numerator by the denominator

• By adding the numerator and denominator

What is the mixed number form of 20/3?

• 7 and 2/3

• 6 and 1/3

• 6 and 2/3

• 7 and 1/3