Answer:
There are 3 simple steps to subtract fractions
Step 1. Make sure the bottom numbers (the denominators) are the same
Step 2. Subtract the top numbers (the numerators). Put the answer over the same denominator.
Step 3. Simplify the fraction (if needed).
Step-by-step explanation:
Example:
[tex] \frac{3}{4} - \frac{1}{4} [/tex]
Step 1. The bottom numbers are already the same. Go straight to step 2.
Step 2. Subtract the top numbers and put the answer over the same denominator:
[tex] \frac{3}{4} - \frac{1}{4} = \frac{3 - 1}{4} = \frac{2}{4} [/tex]
Step 3. Simplify the fraction:
[tex] \frac{2}{4} = ( \frac{1}{2} )[/tex]
