Crew Math


Fractions

Subtracting Fractions

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Subtracting Fractions

Make sure the bottom numbers (the denominators) are the same. Subtract the top numbers (the numerators). Put the answer over the same denominator. Simplify the fraction (if needed).

Find the smallest multiple (LCM) of both numbers. Rewrite the fractions as equivalent fractions with the LCM as the denominator.