Subtracting Unlike Fractions

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is a collection of subtraction problems involving proper fractions with unlike denominators. It presents 18 different problems where students must find the difference between two fractions. Each pair of fractions has different denominators, requiring the student to identify a common denominator to perform the subtraction. The structure of the worksheet is straightforward, with each problem providing a space for the student to write the solution.

The worksheet is teaching students how to subtract fractions that have different denominators, which involves finding a common denominator and then subtracting the numerators. This skill is fundamental to understanding how to manipulate fractions and is a precursor to more advanced math concepts. The exercise also reinforces the ability to convert fractions to equivalent forms and to simplify the resulting fractions to their simplest terms. Through consistent practice, students can become proficient in handling fractions with different denominators, improving their number sense and mathematical reasoning.