Fractions
- Fraction Tiles
- What is a Fraction?
- Equal Fractions
- Adding Fractions with Common Denominators
- Mixed Numbers and Fractions
- Adding Fractions with Unlike Denominators
- Subtracting Mixed Numbers
- Multiplying Fractions and Mixed Numbers
- Simplifying before Multiplying Fractions
- Multiplicative Inverse / Reciprocal
- Dividing Fractions
- Dividing Fractions by Dividing Across
- Return to Arithmetic Menu
When subtracting mixed numbers you need first check that the two fractions have a common denominator, then decide if you will need to regroup.
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Example of how to subtract mixed numbers:
Try to solve this problem on your own and then check it with the video below:
$3\tfrac{5}{8} – 1\tfrac{5}{6}$
