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Use the subtraction rule to rewrite the subtraction expression as an equivalent addition expression. Then evaluate the expression.$$ \frac{1}{2}-\frac{1}{4} $$
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We need to find a common denominator to subtract these fractions. The least common denominator of 2 and 4 is 4. Show more…
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