Subtract 7/45 from 15/12
1st number: 1 3/12, 2nd number: 7/45
1512 - 745 is 197180.
Steps for subtracting fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 12 and 45 is 180
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 180 - For the 1st fraction, since 12 × 15 = 180,
1512 = 15 × 1512 × 15 = 225180 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 45 × 4 = 180,
745 = 7 × 445 × 4 = 28180 - Subtract the two like fractions:
225180 - 28180 = 225 - 28180 = 197180 - In mixed form: 117180
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