Subtract 12/45 from 6/36
6/36 - 12/45 is -1/10.
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,
6/36 = 6 × 5/36 × 5 = 30/180 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 45 × 4 = 180,
12/45 = 12 × 4/45 × 4 = 48/180 - Subtract the two like fractions:
30/180 - 48/180 = 30 - 48/180 = -18/180 - After reducing the fraction, the answer is -1/10
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