Math Problem Statement

Solve: 7/3-5/6-2/3

Solution

We will simplify the expression step by step:

735623\frac{7}{3} - \frac{5}{6} - \frac{2}{3}

Step 1: Find a common denominator

The denominators are 3 and 6. The least common denominator (LCD) is 6. We will convert all fractions to have a denominator of 6:

  • 73\frac{7}{3} becomes 146\frac{14}{6}
  • 56\frac{5}{6} stays as 56\frac{5}{6}
  • 23\frac{2}{3} becomes 46\frac{4}{6}

Now the expression is:

1465646\frac{14}{6} - \frac{5}{6} - \frac{4}{6}

Step 2: Perform the subtraction

Combine the fractions:

14656=96\frac{14}{6} - \frac{5}{6} = \frac{9}{6}

Then:

9646=56\frac{9}{6} - \frac{4}{6} = \frac{5}{6}

Final Answer:

56\frac{5}{6}

Would you like a detailed breakdown or have any other questions?

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  1. What is the LCD of two or more fractions?
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  4. How can improper fractions be converted to mixed numbers?
  5. How does subtraction of negative fractions work?

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fractions
Subtraction
Common Denominator

Formulas

\frac{a}{b} - \frac{c}{d} = \frac{ad - bc}{bd} when b = d (after finding a common denominator)

Theorems

Least Common Denominator (LCD)

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 5-7