Subtract 27/45 from 2/25
2/25 - 27/45 is -13/25.
Steps for subtracting fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 25 and 45 is 225
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 225 - For the 1st fraction, since 25 × 9 = 225,
2/25 = 2 × 9/25 × 9 = 18/225 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 45 × 5 = 225,
27/45 = 27 × 5/45 × 5 = 135/225 - Subtract the two like fractions:
18/225 - 135/225 = 18 - 135/225 = -117/225 - After reducing the fraction, the answer is -13/25
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