Subtract 3/35 from 2/6
2/6 - 3/35 is 26/105.
Steps for subtracting fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 6 and 35 is 210
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 210 - For the 1st fraction, since 6 × 35 = 210,
2/6 = 2 × 35/6 × 35 = 70/210 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 35 × 6 = 210,
3/35 = 3 × 6/35 × 6 = 18/210 - Subtract the two like fractions:
70/210 - 18/210 = 70 - 18/210 = 52/210 - After reducing the fraction, the answer is 26/105
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