Subtract 25/45 from 2/36
2/36 - 25/45 is -1/2.
Steps for subtracting fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 36 and 45 is 180
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 180 - For the 1st fraction, since 36 × 5 = 180,
2/36 = 2 × 5/36 × 5 = 10/180 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 45 × 4 = 180,
25/45 = 25 × 4/45 × 4 = 100/180 - Subtract the two like fractions:
10/180 - 100/180 = 10 - 100/180 = -90/180 - After reducing the fraction, the answer is -1/2
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