This math topic focuses on the skill of subtracting fractions with different denominators without simplifying the results. It challenges the learner to find common denominators, perform the subtraction, and leave the answer in its unsimplified form. The lessons fall under an advanced section of fraction addition and subtraction, catering to increasing the proficiency in handling fractions. This practice includes various problem sets, each comprising a fraction subtraction question accompanied by multiple-choice answers. The fractions feature denominators that change with each problem, thus enhancing the learner's ability to adapt to different fractional situations.

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Fraction Subtraction - Basic (No Simplifying Answers) - Two Changed Denominators Worksheet

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Fraction Subtraction - Basic (No Simplifying Answers) - Two Changed Denominators
1
Subtract these fractions, but don't simplify the answer
A LaTex expression showing 5 over 11 - 1 over 7
a A LaTex expression showing 49 over 77
b A LaTex expression showing 21 over 77
c A LaTex expression showing 35 over 77
d A LaTex expression showing 66 over 77
e A LaTex expression showing 24 over 77
f A LaTex expression showing 6 over 77
2
Subtract these fractions, but don't simplify the answer
A LaTex expression showing 4 over 5 - 1 over 3
a A LaTex expression showing 12 over 15
b A LaTex expression showing 5 over 15
c A LaTex expression showing 15 over 15
d A LaTex expression showing 7 over 15
e A LaTex expression showing 3 over 15
f A LaTex expression showing 18 over 15
3
Subtract these fractions, but don't simplify the answer
A LaTex expression showing 1 over 2 - 6 over 13
a A LaTex expression showing 13 over 26
b A LaTex expression showing 6 over 26
c A LaTex expression showing 26 over 26
d A LaTex expression showing 7 over 26
e A LaTex expression showing 1 over 26
f A LaTex expression showing 39 over 26
4
Subtract these fractions, but don't simplify the answer
A LaTex expression showing 3 over 5 - 1 over 3
a A LaTex expression showing 9 over 15
b A LaTex expression showing 12 over 15
c A LaTex expression showing 52 over 15
d A LaTex expression showing 4 over 15
e A LaTex expression showing 3 over 15
f A LaTex expression showing 6 over 15
5
Subtract these fractions, but don't simplify the answer
A LaTex expression showing 2 over 7 - 1 over 11
a A LaTex expression showing 17 over 77
b A LaTex expression showing 44 over 77
c A LaTex expression showing 2 over 77
d A LaTex expression showing 33 over 77
e A LaTex expression showing 15 over 77
f A LaTex expression showing 21 over 77
6
Subtract these fractions, but don't simplify the answer
A LaTex expression showing 2 over 5 - 1 over 7
a A LaTex expression showing 9 over 35
b A LaTex expression showing 14 over 35
c A LaTex expression showing 70 over 35
d A LaTex expression showing 3 over 35
e A LaTex expression showing 26 over 35
f A LaTex expression showing 21 over 35
7
Subtract these fractions, but don't simplify the answer
A LaTex expression showing 3 over 5 - 1 over 2
a A LaTex expression showing 2 over 10
b A LaTex expression showing 20 over 10
c A LaTex expression showing 12 over 10
d A LaTex expression showing 6 over 10
e A LaTex expression showing 8 over 10
f A LaTex expression showing 1 over 10
8
Subtract these fractions, but don't simplify the answer
A LaTex expression showing 1 over 2 - 3 over 13
a A LaTex expression showing 26 over 26
b A LaTex expression showing 3 over 26
c A LaTex expression showing 52 over 26
d A LaTex expression showing 7 over 26
e A LaTex expression showing 39 over 26
f A LaTex expression showing 72 over 26