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OpenStudy (anonymous):

Write the solution in lowest terms. 5/8 - 3/4 =

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Subtract the fractions by first making the denominators the same.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

i dont no

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Okay, hang on just a second. I'll explain.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

okay so 8 and 4 are your common denominators, do you know why?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Bottom line lol.. 8 is a factor of 4. So this is your new denominator. Now to change the other fraction we have to say, what multiplied by 4 is 8.

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