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Mixed Number Subtraction Practice

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Mixed Number Subtraction Practice

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🎯 Learning Goal

I can... subtract mixed numbers with unlike denominators by finding common denominators and regrouping when necessary.

Success Criteria:

✓ I can find the least common denominator
✓ I can rewrite fractions with common denominators
✓ I can regroup whole numbers when needed
✓ I can subtract and simplify my answer

📝 Part 1: Subtraction Practice

1. 4 2/3 - 1 1/4 = _______
2. 6 1/2 - 2 3/5 = _______
3. 5 1/4 - 1 2/3 = _______
4. 7 2/5 - 3 3/4 = _______
5. 8 1/3 - 4 1/2 = _______
6. 3 1/6 - 1 3/8 = _______
7. 9 3/10 - 5 2/3 = _______

🚀 Part 2: Challenge Problems

8. Maria had 6 1/4 cups of flour. She used 2 3/5 cups to make bread. How much flour does she have left?

Answer: _______ cups

9. A rope was 10 1/6 feet long. Jake cut off 4 5/8 feet. What is the length of the remaining rope?

Answer: _______ feet

10. Extension Challenge: Find the missing number: 8 2/3 - _______ = 3 1/4

Answer: _______

Differentiation Note: Students who need support may use fraction strips or visual models. Advanced learners should complete the extension challenge.

📋 Answer Key

1. 3 5/12

2. 3 9/10

3. 3 7/12

4. 3 13/20

5. 3 5/6

6. 1 19/24

7. 3 19/30

8. 3 13/20 cups

9. 5 13/24 feet

10. 5 5/12

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