How do i subtract a whole number from a fraction

In order to subtract a whole number from a fraction, you first have to turn the hole number into a mixed fraction.

Step-by-step explanation:

Say your fraction was 2/3 and your whole number was 5.

They have to have like denominators

5/1 - 2/3 = 15/3 - 2/3

15/3 - 2/3 = 13/3

13/3 = 4 1/3

ruth is 6 years old

step-by-step explanation:

6 + 24 = 30,   so 6/30 = .2  

if you do 1/5 it also equals .2, so that is the answer.