Subtract 6/35 from 2/3
2/3 - 6/35 is 52/105.
Steps for subtracting fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 3 and 35 is 105
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 105 - For the 1st fraction, since 3 × 35 = 105,
2/3 = 2 × 35/3 × 35 = 70/105 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 35 × 3 = 105,
6/35 = 6 × 3/35 × 3 = 18/105 - Subtract the two like fractions:
70/105 - 18/105 = 70 - 18/105 = 52/105
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