127/182 subtracted by 8/4 in Fraction Form

The result of 127/182 subtracted by 8/4 is: -2 127/182

Step-by-Step Solution

Step 1: Understand the Problem

We need to subtract the fraction 84 from 127182.

Step 2: Find the Least Common Multiple (LCM)

To subtract fractions, we need a common denominator. The LCM of 182 and 4 is 364.

Step 3: Convert Fractions to Equivalent Fractions

Convert 127182 to 254364
Convert 84 to 728364

Step 4: Subtract the Numerators

Subtract the numerators: 254 - 728 = -474

Step 5: Simplify the Fraction

We can simplify 474364 to its lowest form.
The greatest common divisor (GCD) of -474 and 364 is 2.
Dividing both numerator and denominator by the GCD, we get 237182.

Step 6: Convert to Mixed Number

The fraction 237182 can be written as the mixed number 2127182.

Final Answer

The result of 127/182 subtracted by 8/4 is:

12718284=2127182

Understanding Fraction Subtraction

How to Subtract Fractions

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

abcd=adbcbd (when denominators are different)

Or simply abcb=acb (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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