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Find the difference: 4/5 - 1/3

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Answer:

7/15

Explanation:

First, you find a common denominator. The common denominator would be 15.

4/5= 12/15

1/3= 5/15

12/15- 5/15

Answer: 7/15

User Ludovic Aubert
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Answer:

7/15

Explanation:

When we convert the fractions so that they have a common denominator (this makes it easier to subtract), we get 12/15 - 5/15 = 7/15. Hope this helps!

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