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How are equivalent fractions used when subtracting unlike fractions?

How are equivalent fractions used when subtracting unlike fractions?
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How are equivalent fractions used when subtracting unlike fractions?

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they are used because u need a common denominator
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When you subtract unlike fractions so you need a common denoimeter

Example:

1/2-3/4

1/2= to 2/4

3/4 - 2/4=1/4

Answer: 1/4
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