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Subtracting Fractions with
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RENAME
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1. Find a common denominator
2. Borrow from the first whole number if its fraction is less than the fraction in the second mixed number
3. Subtract the numerators and then the whole numbers
4. Simplify (if needed)
Steps for regrouping to subtract mixed numbers:
1. Rename the fractions so they have like denominators
2. Regroup the first mixed number (borrow or rename) if its
fraction is less than the fraction in the second mixed number
3. Subtract the fractions and then the whole numbers
4. Simplify (if needed)
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The average height of the lily flowers on
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Evaluate the expression for a= 10
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