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Subtract 14/45 from 45/4

1^st number: 11 1/4, 2^nd number: 14/45

45/4 - 14/45 is 1969/180.

Steps for subtracting fractions

1. 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
2. For the 1st fraction, since 4 × 45 = 180,
   45/4 = 45 × 45/4 × 45 = 2025/180
3. Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 45 × 4 = 180,
   14/45 = 14 × 4/45 × 4 = 56/180
4. Subtract the two like fractions:
   2025/180 - 56/180 = 2025 - 56/180 = 1969/180
5. In mixed form: 10169/180

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