6th grade Q1

Creating your own problems with multiplication and subtraction of fractions can be a fun way to practice math! Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you come up with your own word problem:
Step 1: Choose your fractions

Start by picking three fractions. Let's use fractions with small denominators that are easy to work: $\frac{2}{3},\frac{1}{2}\text{ and }\frac{1}{4}$. Now decide which fractions to multiply and which fraction to subtract.

Step 2: Set up a story
Now, create a story that fits the problem. What if someone is baking muffins but needs to adjust the recipe? To make matters worse, they spill some sugar. The question is: how much sugar is left to use for baking?
Step 3: Write down your problem

Now, write your problem clearly. Include the fractions you chose and your story. For example:

Sarah is baking muffins. The original recipe calls for $\frac{2}{3}$ of a cup of sugar, but she only has enough sugar to make $\frac{1}{2}$ the recipe. After she measures out the sugar, she accidentally spills $\frac{1}{4}$ of the cup of sugar. How much sugar she has left to bake with?

Step 4: Solve the problem
Before you give your problem to someone else, make sure you know the answer. Show all your steps so you can explain it later!