Subtracting Mixed Numbers and Fractions

This video tutorial explains how to subtract mixed numbers through various examples. It covers the process of expanding mixed numbers, distributing negative signs, and handling different denominators. The tutorial also addresses how to manage negative results and provides practice problems for reinforcement. By the end, viewers will understand how to subtract mixed numbers effectively.

What is the result of subtracting 7 and 5/8 from 4 and 3/8?

• 3 and 1/8

• 3 and 3/8

• 3 and 2/8

• 3 and 1/4

When subtracting 8 and 7/9 from 4 and 2/9, what is the final answer?

• 4 and 6/9

• 4 and 1/9

• 4 and 3/9

• 4 and 5/9

In the borrowing method, what do you do if the fractional part of the minuend is smaller than the subtrahend?

• Subtract 1 from the whole number part

• Borrow 1 from the whole number part

• Add 1 to the whole number part

• Multiply the fraction by 2

What is the result of subtracting 6 and 2/7 from 3 and 5/7 using the borrowing method?

• 2 and 6/7

• 2 and 5/7

• 2 and 3/7

• 2 and 4/7

How do you handle mixed numbers with different denominators when subtracting?

• Add the fractions directly

• Ignore the denominators

• Find a common denominator

• Subtract the fractions directly

What is the least common multiple of 9 and 10?

• 60

• 30

• 45

• 90

What is the result of subtracting 7 and 5/9 from 4 and 1/10?

• 3 and 39/90

• 3 and 42/90

• 3 and 40/90

• 3 and 41/90

What is the first step in subtracting mixed numbers with different denominators?

• Multiply the fractions

• Add the fractions

• Find a common denominator

• Subtract the whole numbers

What is the result of subtracting 5 and 3/4 from 2 and 1/8?

• 3 and 7/8

• 3 and 6/8

• 3 and 4/8

• 3 and 5/8

In the example of subtracting 6 and 1/3 from 3 and 4/5, what is the final answer?

• 2 and 8/15

• 2 and 7/15

• 2 and 9/15

• 2 and 6/15