Subtract 6/45 from 6/4
1st number: 1 2/4, 2nd number: 6/45
64 - 645 is 4130.
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,
64 = 6 × 454 × 45 = 270180 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 45 × 4 = 180,
645 = 6 × 445 × 4 = 24180 - Subtract the two like fractions:
270180 - 24180 = 270 - 24180 = 246180 - After reducing the fraction, the answer is 4130
- In mixed form: 11130
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