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SUBTRACTING FRACTIONS (SAME DENOMINATOR)

Subtract fractions with the same denominator by finding the difference of numerators.

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CS.N.4.9(IV)CS.N.5.2(V)
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4/5 − 2/5
1Same denominator? Yes! (5)
2Subtract numerators: 4 − 2 = 2
3Keep denominator: 2/5

LEADER TIP

Mirror the addition approach: denominator stays, numerators subtract. Concrete before abstract.

BEFORE THIS LESSON, TRY

Adding Fractions (Same Denominator)

PRACTICE WITH THESE GAMES

Fraction Operations⚖️Fraction CompareSimple Fractions

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