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Subtract 49/45 from 2/25

1^st number: 2/25, 2^nd number: 1 4/45

2/25 - 49/45 is -227/225.

Steps for subtracting fractions

1. Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
   LCM of 25 and 45 is 225
   
   Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 225
2. For the 1st fraction, since 25 × 9 = 225,
   2/25 = 2 × 9/25 × 9 = 18/225
3. Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 45 × 5 = 225,
   49/45 = 49 × 5/45 × 5 = 245/225
4. Subtract the two like fractions:
   18/225 - 245/225 = 18 - 245/225 = -227/225

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