Subtract 10/27 from 6/32
632 - 1027 is -79432.
Steps for subtracting fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 32 and 27 is 864
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 864 - For the 1st fraction, since 32 × 27 = 864,
632 = 6 × 2732 × 27 = 162864 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 27 × 32 = 864,
1027 = 10 × 3227 × 32 = 320864 - Subtract the two like fractions:
162864 - 320864 = 162 - 320864 = -158864 - After reducing the fraction, the answer is -79432
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