IXL | Add and subtract mixed numbers with like denominators | 4th grade math

or

Subtract. Write your answer as a fraction or as a whole or mixed number.

8

7

8

−

6

2

8

=

ref_doc_title.

or

Learn with an example

question

Subtract. Write your answer as a fraction or as a whole or mixed number.

12

5

8

−

7

3

8

=

solution

Subtract. Remember to subtract whole numbers from whole numbers and fractions from fractions.

12

5

8

−

7

3

8

=

5

2

8

Now simplify.

5

2

8

=

5

1

4

Write the answer.

12

5

8

−

7

3

8

=

5

1

4

Looking for more? Try these:

Lesson: Adding mixed numbers

Lesson: Subtracting mixed numbers

or

$Confetti$

Excellent!

Now entering the Challenge Zone—are you ready?

Questions
answeredQuestions

0

Time
elapsedTime

hr	min	sec
00	00	06

SmartScore
out of 100
IXL's SmartScore is a dynamic measure of progress towards mastery, rather than a percentage grade. It tracks your skill level as you tackle progressively more difficult questions. Consistently answer questions correctly to reach excellence (90), or conquer the Challenge Zone to achieve mastery (100)! Learn more

0

Teacher tools

Work it out

Not feeling ready yet? These can help:

T.3Add and subtract fractions with like denominators

T.9Add and subtract mixed numbers with like denominators - without regrouping

Q.4Convert improper fractions to mixed numbers

Lesson: Adding mixed numbers

Lesson: Subtracting mixed numbers