Subtracting Fractions Worksheet
Practice subtracting fractions with common and uncommon denominators using visual models and equations.
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Read each question carefully and subtract the fractions. Show your work.
1. Subtract the following fractions. Use the fraction bar to help you visualize.
7/8 - 3/8 = ?
2. 5/6 - 1/6 = ?
Find the least common denominator (LCD) for each pair of fractions.
3. The LCD of 1/2 and 1/3 is .
4. The LCD of 2/5 and 1/10 is .
5. Subtract the following fractions. Remember to find a common denominator first.
1/2 - 1/4 = ?
6. 3/4 - 1/3 = ?
7. Which of the following is equivalent to 5/6 - 2/3?
1/6
3/6
1/3
7/6
8. True or False: When subtracting fractions, you always subtract the denominators.
True
False
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