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Subtracting rational numbers — 7-topic bundle

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Course Syllabus

  1. Review of Rational Numbers and Integers
  2. Subtracting Fractions with Common Denominators
  3. Subtracting Fractions with Unlike Denominators
  4. Subtracting Decimals
  5. Subtracting Positive and Negative Rational Numbers (Fractions & Decimals)
  6. Problem Solving and Real-World Applications
  7. Review and Examination Preparation

Study Notes

Subtracting Fractions with Common Denominators

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Let's subtract 5/6 - 1/6.

Step 1: Check for common denominators.
Both fractions have 6 as the denominator. Perfect!

Step 2: Subtract the numerators.
The numerators are 5 and 1.
5 - 1 = 4.

Step 3: Keep the common denominator.
The denominator remains 6.

Step 4: Form the new fraction.
The result is 4/6.

Step 5: Simplify the fraction.
Can 4/6 be simplified? Yes, both 4 and 6 can be divided by 2.
4 ÷ 2 = 2
6 ÷ 2 = 3
So, 4/6 simplifies to 2/3.

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