Which model for subtraction of common fractions is illustrated by the problem below?
Mykala bought 4¾ pounds of chicken and cooked 2½ pounds. How much chicken does she have left?
A)takeaway
B)comparison
C)completion
D)whole-part-part

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This problem illustrates the takeaway model for subtraction, where a certain amount (2½ pounds) is taken away from an initial quantity (4¾ pounds) to find out how much is left.

Which Model for Subtraction of Common Fractions Is Illustrated by the Problem