Question

Carter bought 3/4 yard of fabric for an art project. He used 3/8 yard of the fabric. What fraction of a yard of fabric does Carter have left?

Answer 1

3/8

Explanation:

He purchased 3/4 yard of fabric, then used 3/8 of it. You would need to subtract the 3/8 from 3/4 because the fabric is being used up.