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Subtracting Fractions in 5th Grade Math

Learn how to subtract fractions in 5th grade math by finding least common denominators and simplifying answers. Practice with examples from St. Clair Elementary School.

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Subtracting Fractions in 5th Grade Math

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  1. Subtracting Fractions 5th Grade Math – St. Clair Elementary School

  2. 6 8 What is six eighths minus one half? - 1 2

  3. 6 8 8 - 2, 4, 6, 8 1 2 Find the least common denominator.

  4. 6 1 6 8 = x 1 8 8 2, 4, 6, 8 4 1 4 - = x 2 4 8 Find equivalent fractions in eighths.

  5. 6 1 6 = x 1 8 8 8 4 1 4 - = x 2 4 8 2, 4, 6, 8 2 1 2 ÷ = Subtract and simplify the answer. 2 4 8

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