Subtract 27/70 from 2/8
2/8 - 27/70 is -19/140.
Steps for subtracting fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 8 and 70 is 280
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 280 - For the 1st fraction, since 8 × 35 = 280,
2/8 = 2 × 35/8 × 35 = 70/280 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 70 × 4 = 280,
27/70 = 27 × 4/70 × 4 = 108/280 - Subtract the two like fractions:
70/280 - 108/280 = 70 - 108/280 = -38/280 - After reducing the fraction, the answer is -19/140
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