Adding And Subtraction Algebraic Fractions Worksheet

                    Lesson 1

Problem:                   Subtract: 4/3 – 2b/6

Step 1: Find the least common denominator (LCD) i.e. 6

Solution 2(4) – 2b(1)/6 = 8-2b/6

Step 2:                        

Solution = 4 - b/3

Step 3:           

                                                            Solution                    The answer is:  4 - b/3

 Step 4:                                                                      

 Complete   

                                                            Try two practice problems:  

Solve:

A. 3n/4 – 2n/8

B. 9q/5 – 5q/5

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