This math topic focuses on practicing the subtraction of fractions that require simplification due to different denominators. It aims to develop skills in setting up fractions correctly for subtraction by finding a common denominator, representing part of an advanced unit on fraction addition and subtraction. Each question presents a fraction subtraction problem with multiple choice answers, showcasing different simplified forms to determine the correct setup. The level of difficulty is basic, and it includes instructional resources to further explore fraction operations.

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Fraction Subtraction - Problem Simplification - Basic - Two Changed Denominators Worksheet

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Fraction Subtraction - Problem Simplification - Basic - Two Changed Denominators
1
Set up this fraction subtraction problem correctly
A LaTex expression showing 4 over 5 - 7 over 11
a A LaTex expression showing 44 over 55 - 40 over 55
b A LaTex expression showing 44 over 55 - 35 over 55
c A LaTex expression showing 48 over 60 - 35 over 60
2
Set up this fraction subtraction problem correctly
A LaTex expression showing 8 over 11 - 2 over 3
a A LaTex expression showing 27 over 33 - 22 over 33
b A LaTex expression showing 24 over 33 - 22 over 33
c A LaTex expression showing 32 over 44 - 22 over 44
3
Set up this fraction subtraction problem correctly
A LaTex expression showing 6 over 7 - 3 over 5
a A LaTex expression showing 30 over 35 - 21 over 35
b A LaTex expression showing 36 over 42 - 21 over 42
c A LaTex expression showing 6 over 5 - 3 over 5
4
Set up this fraction subtraction problem correctly
A LaTex expression showing 2 over 3 - 2 over 11
a A LaTex expression showing 22 over 33 - 6 over 33
b A LaTex expression showing 22 over 44 - 8 over 44
c A LaTex expression showing 2 over 11 - 2 over 11
5
Set up this fraction subtraction problem correctly
A LaTex expression showing 6 over 7 - 7 over 11
a A LaTex expression showing 6 over 11 - 7 over 11
b A LaTex expression showing 66 over 77 - 49 over 77
c A LaTex expression showing 66 over 77 - 56 over 77
6
Set up this fraction subtraction problem correctly
A LaTex expression showing 7 over 11 - 2 over 5
a A LaTex expression showing 35 over 60 - 24 over 60
b A LaTex expression showing 40 over 55 - 22 over 55
c A LaTex expression showing 35 over 55 - 22 over 55
7
Set up this fraction subtraction problem correctly
A LaTex expression showing 3 over 7 - 2 over 5
a A LaTex expression showing 15 over 35 - 14 over 35
b A LaTex expression showing 15 over 35 - 21 over 35
c A LaTex expression showing 20 over 35 - 14 over 35
8
Set up this fraction subtraction problem correctly
A LaTex expression showing 4 over 5 - 2 over 7
a A LaTex expression showing 4 over 7 - 2 over 7
b A LaTex expression showing 35 over 35 - 10 over 35
c A LaTex expression showing 28 over 35 - 10 over 35