Subtracting Fractions: 1 1/2 Cup minus 2/3 Cup
This problem involves subtracting fractions, but one of the numbers is a mixed number. Let's break down the steps to solve it:
1. Convert the Mixed Number to a Fraction
- 1 1/2 is the same as 3/2. To see this, multiply the whole number (1) by the denominator (2) and add the numerator (1). Keep the same denominator: (1 * 2) + 1 = 3.
2. Find a Common Denominator
- The denominators of our fractions are 2 and 3. The least common denominator is 6.
- Convert 3/2 to 9/6 (multiply numerator and denominator by 3).
- Convert 2/3 to 4/6 (multiply numerator and denominator by 2).
3. Subtract the Fractions
- Now we have 9/6 - 4/6.
- Subtract the numerators and keep the denominator: (9 - 4) / 6 = 5/6
Answer
Therefore, 1 1/2 cup minus 2/3 cup is equal to 5/6 cup.