This math topic focuses on the subtraction of mixed fractions while requiring the simplification of the results and adjusting for a changed denominator. Each question presents a specific subtraction expression involving mixed numbers or fractions with different denominators. The objective for learners is to correctly subtract the given fractions and simplify their answers to the lowest terms, with provided multiple-choice answers for each problem. This is part of an advanced fractional addition and subtraction unit, emphasizing precision in mathematical operations and simplification.

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Fraction Subtraction - Mixed (Simplifying Answers) - One Changed Denominator Worksheet

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Fraction Subtraction - Mixed (Simplifying Answers) - One Changed Denominator
1
Subtract these fractions and simplify the answer
A LaTex expression showing 31 over 3 - 15 over 6
a A LaTex expression showing 41 over 3
b A LaTex expression showing 11 over 2
c A LaTex expression showing 11 over 6
d A LaTex expression showing 31 over 2
e A LaTex expression showing 2
f A LaTex expression showing 7
2
Subtract these fractions and simplify the answer
A LaTex expression showing 21 over 2 - 3 over 4
a A LaTex expression showing 11 over 2
b A LaTex expression showing 4
c A LaTex expression showing 21 over 2
d A LaTex expression showing 11 over 3
e A LaTex expression showing 13 over 4
f A LaTex expression showing 1
3
Subtract these fractions and simplify the answer
A LaTex expression showing 31 over 2 - 12 over 6
a A LaTex expression showing 41 over 2
b A LaTex expression showing 1
c A LaTex expression showing 21 over 6
d A LaTex expression showing 31 over 3
e A LaTex expression showing 51 over 2
f A LaTex expression showing 11 over 4
4
Subtract these fractions and simplify the answer
A LaTex expression showing 11 over 2 - 3 over 4
a A LaTex expression showing 11 over 4
b A LaTex expression showing 11 over 8
c A LaTex expression showing 3 over 4
d A LaTex expression showing 4 over 5
e A LaTex expression showing 3
f A LaTex expression showing 11 over 2
5
Subtract these fractions and simplify the answer
A LaTex expression showing 11 over 7 - 8 over 14
a A LaTex expression showing 4 over 7
b A LaTex expression showing 8 over 49
c A LaTex expression showing 15 over 7
d A LaTex expression showing 22 over 7
e A LaTex expression showing 1
f A LaTex expression showing 51 over 2
6
Subtract these fractions and simplify the answer
A LaTex expression showing 11 over 5 - 9 over 10
a A LaTex expression showing 11 over 5
b A LaTex expression showing 11 over 7
c A LaTex expression showing 2 over 5
d A LaTex expression showing 3 over 10
e A LaTex expression showing 12 over 25
f A LaTex expression showing 2
7
Subtract these fractions and simplify the answer
A LaTex expression showing 11 over 3 - 4 over 6
a A LaTex expression showing 8 over 9
b A LaTex expression showing 1 over 3
c A LaTex expression showing 11 over 3
d A LaTex expression showing 13 over 7
e A LaTex expression showing 2 over 3
f A LaTex expression showing 22 over 3
8
Subtract these fractions and simplify the answer
A LaTex expression showing 31 over 3 - 16 over 9
a A LaTex expression showing 21 over 3
b A LaTex expression showing 11 over 18
c A LaTex expression showing 27 over 9
d A LaTex expression showing 12 over 3
e A LaTex expression showing 42 over 3
f A LaTex expression showing 81 over 3