Subtract 20/35 from 2/72
2/72 - 20/35 is -137/252.
Steps for subtracting fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 72 and 35 is 2520
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 2520 - For the 1st fraction, since 72 × 35 = 2520,
2/72 = 2 × 35/72 × 35 = 70/2520 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 35 × 72 = 2520,
20/35 = 20 × 72/35 × 72 = 1440/2520 - Subtract the two like fractions:
70/2520 - 1440/2520 = 70 - 1440/2520 = -1370/2520 - After reducing the fraction, the answer is -137/252
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