Subtract 12/45 from 2/20
2/20 - 12/45 is -1/6.
Steps for subtracting fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 20 and 45 is 180
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 180 - For the 1st fraction, since 20 × 9 = 180,
2/20 = 2 × 9/20 × 9 = 18/180 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 45 × 4 = 180,
12/45 = 12 × 4/45 × 4 = 48/180 - Subtract the two like fractions:
18/180 - 48/180 = 18 - 48/180 = -30/180 - After reducing the fraction, the answer is -1/6
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