Subtract 2/90 from 6/64
6/64 - 2/90 is 103/1440.
Steps for subtracting fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 64 and 90 is 2880
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 2880 - For the 1st fraction, since 64 × 45 = 2880,
6/64 = 6 × 45/64 × 45 = 270/2880 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 90 × 32 = 2880,
2/90 = 2 × 32/90 × 32 = 64/2880 - Subtract the two like fractions:
270/2880 - 64/2880 = 270 - 64/2880 = 206/2880 - After reducing the fraction, the answer is 103/1440
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