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What is the first step in subtracting fractions with like denominators?
What is the first step in subtracting fractions with like denominators?
How should fractions with unlike denominators be prepared for subtraction?
How should fractions with unlike denominators be prepared for subtraction?
In Example 1 of subtracting fractions with like denominators, what is the common denominator used?
In Example 1 of subtracting fractions with like denominators, what is the common denominator used?
What should be done after subtracting the numerators when subtracting fractions with unlike denominators?
What should be done after subtracting the numerators when subtracting fractions with unlike denominators?
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Why is it necessary to find a common denominator when subtracting fractions with unlike denominators?
Why is it necessary to find a common denominator when subtracting fractions with unlike denominators?
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Which step ensures a fraction is expressed in its simplest form?
Which step ensures a fraction is expressed in its simplest form?
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What is a common multiple of 4 and 5 that can be used as a common denominator?
What is a common multiple of 4 and 5 that can be used as a common denominator?
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"What is the difference of $\frac{7}{8} - \frac{3}{4}$?"
"What is the difference of $\frac{7}{8} - \frac{3}{4}$?"
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What is the first step when subtracting fractions with like denominators?
What is the first step when subtracting fractions with like denominators?
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What should be done before subtracting the numerators when subtracting fractions with unlike denominators?
What should be done before subtracting the numerators when subtracting fractions with unlike denominators?
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In subtracting fractions with unlike denominators, when are fractions rewritten using a common denominator?
In subtracting fractions with unlike denominators, when are fractions rewritten using a common denominator?
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What does it mean to put a fraction in its lowest terms?
What does it mean to put a fraction in its lowest terms?
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Why are like fractions important when subtracting fractions with unlike denominators?
Why are like fractions important when subtracting fractions with unlike denominators?
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What is the purpose of finding a common denominator when subtracting fractions with unlike denominators?
What is the purpose of finding a common denominator when subtracting fractions with unlike denominators?
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In Example 2 of subtracting fractions with unlike denominators, what should be done after finding a common denominator?
In Example 2 of subtracting fractions with unlike denominators, what should be done after finding a common denominator?
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If $rac{9}{12}$ and $rac{15}{18}$ need to be subtracted, what should be done first?
If $rac{9}{12}$ and $rac{15}{18}$ need to be subtracted, what should be done first?
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$rac{7}{9} - rac{4}{6}$, what is the first step in this subtraction problem?
$rac{7}{9} - rac{4}{6}$, what is the first step in this subtraction problem?
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What is the correct process for putting a fraction in its lowest terms?
What is the correct process for putting a fraction in its lowest terms?
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