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all you have to do is follow the same algorithm for adding a pair of fractions together. the main step is to find common denominators between the two. to do this, you need to find the least common multiple. another way you could find a common denominator is just by changing them into decimals, and adding them normally like whole numbers with the decimals lined up correctly.
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How do you subtract whole numbers by fractions?
Simplify them.
Fractions can be added and subtracted only if they're fractions?
We can only add or subtract fractions if they have the same denominators
How do you subtract fractions with like denominators?
Subtract the numerators as we normally subtract them and then divide the resultant by the denominator. It's just simple like that.
How do you add or subtract dissimilar fractions?
You first convert them to similar fractions, i.e., to fractions that have the same denominator.* Step one: find a common denominator.* Step two: convert both fractions to equivalent fractions that have that denominator.
When subtracting fractions does the bottom have to be the same?
Yes the bottom has to be the same when subtracting fractions. The bottom (or denominator) tells you what you're working with. You cannot subtract thirds from halves just as you cannot subtract oranges from tissues.
