Subtract 2/45 from 1/4
1/4 - 2/45 is 37/180.
Steps for subtracting fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 4 and 45 is 180
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 180 - For the 1st fraction, since 4 × 45 = 180,
1/4 = 1 × 45/4 × 45 = 45/180 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 45 × 4 = 180,
2/45 = 2 × 4/45 × 4 = 8/180 - Subtract the two like fractions:
45/180 - 8/180 = 45 - 8/180 = 37/180
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