Solve subtraction fraction stories
~7 min
Use the story to decide which fraction is the total and which is taken away.
Identifying the Total and Amount Removed
5/6 shaded
In a subtraction story, the total is the starting amount, and the amount removed is the part taken away. Use these to set up your subtraction equation.
💡 Look for keywords like 'used', 'ate', or 'gave away' to find the amount being subtracted.