Question

subtract.
\\(\frac{5}{8} - \frac{1}{2} = \square\\)
use the model to help you.
\\(\frac{1}{8}\\) \\(\frac{1}{8}\\) \\(\frac{1}{8}\\) \\(\frac{1}{8}\\) \\(\frac{1}{8}\\)
\\(-\\) \\(\frac{1}{2}\\)

Explanation:

Step1: Convert to common denominator

Rewrite $\frac{1}{2}$ as a fraction with denominator 8: $\frac{1}{2} = \frac{1\times4}{2\times4} = \frac{4}{8}$

Step2: Subtract the fractions

Subtract the equivalent fractions: $\frac{5}{8} - \frac{4}{8} = \frac{5-4}{8}$

Answer:

$\frac{1}{8}$