How Do You Solve an Equation With Fractions With Different Denominators Using Subtraction?

How Do You Solve an Equation With Fractions With Different Denominators Using Subtraction?

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Looking for practice solving equations containing fractions? In this tutorial, you'll see how to first convert a mixed fraction to an improper fraction and then subtract fractions with unlike denominators in order to solve an equation. Be sure to check you answers so you KNOW it's correct!

Keywords:

  • one-step equation
  • subtraction
  • solve variable
  • variable
  • using subtraction
  • unlike denominators
  • addition

Background Tutorials

  • Converting Decimals and Fractions

      • How Do You Turn a Mixed Fraction Into an Improper Fraction?How Do You Turn a Mixed Fraction Into an Improper Fraction?

      How Do You Turn a Mixed Fraction Into an Improper Fraction?

      Working with mixed fractions in equations can be tough, but things get easier if you convert them into improper fractions first. Once you learn this skill, you'll find yourself using it all the time, so take look at how to convert a mixed fraction to an improper fraction.

  • Subtracting Fractions

  • Evaluating Expressions

      • How Do You Evaluate an Algebraic Expression?How Do You Evaluate an Algebraic Expression?

      How Do You Evaluate an Algebraic Expression?

      Plugging variables into an expression is essential for solving many algebra problems. See how to plug in variable values by watching this tutorial.

      • What is a Variable?What is a Variable?

      What is a Variable?

      You can't do algebra without working with variables, but variables can be confusing. If you've ever wondered what variables are, then this tutorial is for you!

  • Least Common Denominator

Further Exploration