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Subtracting Fractions & Mixed Numbers

This page has a variety of worksheets to help students practice fraction subtractions. Some worksheets have problems with like denominators, while others have problems with unlike denominators. Includes a mix of vertical and horizontal problems, as well as word problems.

Subtracting Fractions and Mixed Numbers Worksheets

Subtracting Fractions:
Same Denominator

Subtract pairs of fractions with the same denominator; No simplifying; Vertical problems. (example:  3/5 - 1/5 = 2/5)
3rd through 5th Grades
Subtracting Fractions Free Worksheet
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Subtract fractions with the same denominator; Requires simplifying; Vertical problems. (example:  7/9 - 1/9 = 2/3)
3rd through 5th Grades
Subtracting Fractions 2 Worksheet
This page has twelve subtraction problems. Problems have like denominators (example: 4/5 - 2/5)
3rd Grade
Subtract Fractions with Like Denominators (Horizontal) Worksheet
The polygons at the top of the page have fractions written in them. Subtract pairs of shapes. For example: Subtract the number in the octagon from the number in the hexagon.
3rd through 5th Grades
Shape Subtraction Fractions w/ Same Denominators Worksheet
Subtract the fractions with like denominators; Horizontal problems. (example:  2/3 - 1/3 = 1/3)
3rd through 5th Grades
Subtracting Fractions w/ Like Denominators (Horizontal) Worksheet
Practice subtracting fractions with the same denominators using this variety worksheet.
3rd and 4th Grades
Variety Worksheet: Fraction Subtraction (Like Denominators) Fractions Worksheet
This set has 30 task cards for teaching kids about subtracting fractions with like denominators. Use these cards for small group instruction, peer practice sessions, on your document reader, or as exit slips.
3rd through 5th Grades
Task Cards: Subtraction Fractions w/ Like Denominators Worksheet

Subtracting Fractions:
Different Denominators

Worksheet for subtracting fractions with unlike denominators; Only one denominator needs to be changed; Vertical problems; Requires simplifying. (example:  2/3 - 1/6 = 1/2)
4th through 6th Grades
Subtracting Fractions w/ Unlike Denominators (Vertical) Worksheet
Subtract fractions with unlike denominators. (example:  2/6 - 1/3)
4th through 6th Grades
Subtracting Fraction w/ Unlike Denominators 2 (Vertical) Fractions Worksheet
This page contains a dozen horizontal problems. Find differences between pairs of fractions with unlike denominators and simplify. (example: 4/5 - 2/3)
4th and 5th Grades
Subtraction Fractions w/ Unlike Denominators (Horizontal) Worksheet
Subtract numbers shown in various polygons. For example: Subtract the fraction in the pentagon from the fraction in the hexagon.
4th through 6th Grades
Shape Subtraction Different Denominators Fractions Worksheet
Choose a fraction from each circle shown at the top of the page. Then subtract.
4th through 6th Grades
Subtraction Circles (Fractions w/ Unlike Denominators) Worksheet
This worksheet features both addition and subtraction problems. All problems are horizontal and have unlike denominators.
4th and 5th Grades
Adding and Subtracting Fractions w/ Unlike Denominators (Horizontal) Worksheet
Use this worksheet to practice different ways of subtracting fractions with different denominators.
3rd and 4th Grades
Variety Worksheet: Fraction Subtraction (Unlike Denominators) Fractions Worksheet
Use these task cards to solve fraction subtraction problems with unlike denominators.
4th through 6th Grades
Task Cards: Fraction Subtraction (Unlike Denominators) Fractions Worksheet

Subtracting Mixed Numbers:
Same Denominators

Subtract the mixed numbers with the same denominator; Vertical problems; Requires simplifying; Includes a word problem.
3rd through 5th Grades
Subtracting Mixed Numbers Fractions Worksheet
Subtract mixed numbers. These 12 problems are written horizontally and have like denominators.
3rd through 5th Grades
Subtracting Mixed Numbers with Like Denominators (Horizontal) Fractions Worksheet
This drill page has a mix of addition and subtraction of mixed numbers. All have like denominators.
3rd through 5th Grades
Adding and Subtracting Mixed Numbers w/ Like Denominators (Horizontal) Fractions Worksheet
These mixed-number subtraction problems require borrowing or regrouping. Some also require simplifying.
4th and 5th Grades
Mixed Number Subtraction Worksheet 1 (with Simplifying and Regrouping) Fractions Worksheet
On this page, you'll need to use regrouping and simplification find the difference between the mixed numbers.
4th and 5th Grades
Mixed Number Subtraction Worksheet 2 (with Simplifying and Regrouping) Fractions Worksheet
Students will find the differences between the sets of fractions using regrouping and simplification. This worksheet also includes two word problems.
4th and 5th Grades
Mixed Number Subtraction Practice (with Simplifying and Regrouping) Fractions Worksheet
Use this worksheet to help students practice their mixed-number subtraction skills with like denominators.
4th through 6th Grades
Variety Worksheet: Mixed Number Subtraction (Like Denominators) Fractions Worksheet

Subtracting Mixed Numbers:
Different Denominators

These subtraction problems have mixed numbers. Find the differences and simplify your answers. Vertical problems.
4th through 6th Grades
Subtracting Mixed Numbers w/ Different Denominators (Vertical) Fractions Worksheet
Practice subtracting mixed numbers horizontally. All of these problems have unlike denominators. Includes plenty of space for students to show their work.
4th through 6th Grades
Subtracting Mixed Numbers with Unlike Denominators (Horizontal) Fractions Worksheet
Use these task cards to solve subtracting mixed number problems with unlike denominators.
4th through 6th Grades
Task Cards: Mixed Number Subtraction (Unlike Denominators) Fractions Worksheet
Practice a variety of mixed number subtraction problems with this variety worksheet.
4th through 6th Grades
Variety Worksheet: Mixed Number Subtraction (Unlike Denominators) Fractions Worksheet
Add and subtract mixed numbers with unlike denominators. Problems written horizontally.
4th through 6th Grades
Adding and Subtraction Mixed Numbers with Unlike Denominators (Horizontal) Fractions Worksheet
See also:
Adding Fractions

Students can use these practice worksheets and task cards when learning to add fractions.

More Fraction Worksheets

Here is an index of fraction topics on our site. It includes equivalent fractions, simplifying fractions, mixed numbers, fraction multiplication, fraction division, and more.

Sample Worksheet Images

Subtracting Fractions Worksheet - Same Denominators

Subtracting Fractions Activities - Task Cards

Subtracting Mixed Numbers Worksheets - Unlike Denominators

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