Answer:
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