Subtracting Mixed Numbers without Renaming

Subtracting Mixed Numbers without Renaming
Introduction

Mixed numbers include a whole number and a fraction. Subtracting mixed numbers without renaming is a simple method used when the fractional part of the first ...

Sam was preparing materials for a school project. He had a piece of decorative trim measuring three and two-fifths feet, and cut off one and one-tenth feet.

To find the remaining length, he subtracted the mixed numbers by separating whole numbers and fractions. He set aside three minus one and focused on the fractional parts.

First, ...