How to Subtract Mixed Numbers
Look for the integer.. Recognize the numerator.. Find the denominator.
Steps
1
Look for the integer.
Look for the integer.
2
Recognize the numerator.
Recognize the numerator.
3
Find the denominator.
Find the denominator.
4
Change the mixed numbers into improper fractions.
Change the mixed numbers into improper fractions.
5
Find a lowest common denominator if necessary.
Find a lowest common denominator if necessary.
6
Subtract the numerators.
Subtract the numerators.
7
Convert the result to a mixed number
Convert the result to a mixed number
8
Simplify the result if necessary.
Simplify the result if necessary.
9
Subtract the whole numbers in the equation.
Subtract the whole numbers in the equation.
10
Find a lowest common denominator for the fractions if necessary.
Find a lowest common denominator for the fractions if necessary.
11
Subtract the numerators of the fractions.
Subtract the numerators of the fractions.
12
Write and simplify the result.
Write and simplify the result.
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