Question

Evaluate each expression. $\frac{1}{4}-\frac{2}{3}$

   Evaluate each expression.
$\frac{1}{4}-\frac{2}{3}$

Algebra 2

Holliday, Luchin,… 1st Edition

Chapter 7, Problem 79

Instant Answer

Solved by Expert Emily Schilz

03/18/2020

Step 1

The least common multiple of 4 and 3 is 12. Show more…

Show all steps

lock

Thanks for your feedback!

Evaluate each expression. $\frac{1}{4}-\frac{2}{3}$

Play audio

Feedback

Powered by NumerAI

Emily Schilz and 68 other subject Algebra educators are ready to help you.

Ask a new question

Labs

Want to see this concept in action?

NEW

Explore this concept interactively to see how it behaves as you change inputs.

View Labs

Key Concepts

Common Denominator

To add or subtract fractions, it is essential to express them with a common denominator—the same denominator for each fraction—so that the parts are uniform. This is typically achieved by finding the least common multiple of the denominators, which allows the fractions to be rewritten as equivalent fractions and facilitates direct arithmetic operations on the numerators.

Fraction Arithmetic

Fraction arithmetic involves performing mathematical operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division on fractions, which represent parts of a whole. Each operation follows specific rules to ensure that the parts are combined in a meaningful and mathematically consistent way.

Equivalent Fractions

Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value. They are created by multiplying or dividing both the numerator and denominator by the same non-zero number. Converting fractions to equivalent forms with a common denominator is a critical step when adding or subtracting fractions.

Recommended Videos

Transcript

Ace is your personal tutor. It breaks down any question with clear steps so you can learn.

Start Using Ace

Continue solving this problem

Create a free account to:

View full step-by-step solution
Ask follow-up questions with Ace AI
Save progress and study later