Subtract 30/45 from 3/4
34 - 3045 is 112.
Steps for subtracting fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 4 and 45 is 180
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 180 - For the 1st fraction, since 4 × 45 = 180,
34 = 3 × 454 × 45 = 135180 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 45 × 4 = 180,
3045 = 30 × 445 × 4 = 120180 - Subtract the two like fractions:
135180 - 120180 = 135 - 120180 = 15180 - After reducing the fraction, the answer is 112
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