0
I suggest you subtract the whole part and the fractional part separately. As usual with addition or subtraction, you need to convert to a common denominator.
If the fractional part of the second number is greater than the fractional part of the first number, take one from the whole part, and add the corresponding number to the fraction. Here is an example:
6 1/3 - 2 2/3
Since 2/3 is more than 1/3, convert 6 1/3 to 5 4/3. Now you can subtract the whole part and the fractional part without problems.
Simplification of the final result is the same as simplification of any other fraction.
Still curious? Ask our experts.
Chat with our AI personalities
Vivi
Ezra
DevinAdd your answer:
Earn +20 pts
How do you simplify fractions with proper and improper?
by cross multipling
How do you add and subtract improper fractions with different denominator?
he fact that they are improper is irrelevant. Re-scale the fractions so that they have the same denominator and thenadd or subtract as required.
How do you subtract improper fractions?
first, subtract the numerators of the given and just copy the denomnator.
How to add and subtract mixed numbers?
To add or subtract mixed numbers, first convert them to improper fractions. Then, perform the addition or subtraction operation on the numerators while keeping the denominators the same. Next, simplify the resulting fraction if possible by reducing it to lowest terms. Finally, if needed, convert the improper fraction back to a mixed number for the final answer.
How do you subtract whole numbers with fractions?
Turn the proper fraction into an improper fraction.
