11/127 subtracted by 104/2 in Fraction Form

The result of 11/127 subtracted by 104/2 is: -52 11/127

Step-by-Step Solution

Step 1: Understand the Problem

We need to subtract the fraction \(\frac1042\) from \(\frac11127\).

Step 2: Find the Least Common Multiple (LCM)

To subtract fractions, we need a common denominator. The LCM of 127 and 2 is 254.

Step 3: Convert Fractions to Equivalent Fractions

Convert \(\frac11127\) to \(\frac{22}254\)
Convert \(\frac1042\) to \(\frac{13208}254\)

Step 4: Subtract the Numerators

Subtract the numerators: 22 - 13208 = -13186

Step 5: Simplify the Fraction

We can simplify \(\frac-13186254\) to its lowest form.
The greatest common divisor (GCD) of -13186 and 254 is 2.
Dividing both numerator and denominator by the GCD, we get \(\frac-6593127\).

Step 6: Convert to Mixed Number

The fraction \(\frac-6593127\) can be written as the mixed number \(-52\frac11127\).

Final Answer

The result of 11/127 subtracted by 104/2 is:

\[ \frac{11}{127} - \frac{104}{2} = -52\frac11127 \]

Understanding Fraction Subtraction

How to Subtract Fractions

To subtract fractions, you need to ensure they have a common denominator. Then subtract the numerators:

\( \frac{a}{b} - \frac{c}{d} = \frac{ad - bc}{bd} \) (when denominators are different)

Or simply \( \frac{a}{b} - \frac{c}{b} = \frac{a - c}{b} \) (when denominators are the same)

Why Simplify Fractions?

Simplifying fractions makes them easier to work with and understand. A fraction is in its simplest form when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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