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    Jan 10, 2007, 09:02 PM
    subtracting mixed numbers with renaming
    5 1/3 - 3 2/3 = :confused: :confused:
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    Jan 10, 2007, 09:09 PM
    Your first step is to changed your mix fraction to an improper fraction. I'll show you an example of one you do the other

    5 1/3 = 16/3

    once you have both fractions as improper you must find a common denominator. In your case it is much easier because it will already have a common denominator which is 3. so then all you have to do is subtract the numerators.
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    Jan 14, 2007, 02:17 PM
    Rewrite 5 1/3 as 4 4/3. Then subtract the fractions and subtract the whole numbers. It'll fall right into place.
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