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Jack says that once you have a common denominator you are ready to subtract two mixed numbers. What other step might be necessary before you can subtract? Give an example.
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Unmix the number, e.g., 2 1/2 - 1 1/2 = 5/2 -3/2 = 2/2 = 1
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