180/215 subtracted by 102/4 in Fraction Form

The result of 180/215 subtracted by 102/4 is: -25 29/86

Step-by-Step Solution

Step 1: Understand the Problem

We need to subtract the fraction \(\frac1024\) from \(\frac180215\).

Step 2: Find the Least Common Multiple (LCM)

To subtract fractions, we need a common denominator. The LCM of 215 and 4 is 860.

Step 3: Convert Fractions to Equivalent Fractions

Convert \(\frac180215\) to \(\frac{720}860\)
Convert \(\frac1024\) to \(\frac{21930}860\)

Step 4: Subtract the Numerators

Subtract the numerators: 720 - 21930 = -21210

Step 5: Simplify the Fraction

We can simplify \(\frac-21210860\) to its lowest form.
The greatest common divisor (GCD) of -21210 and 860 is 10.
Dividing both numerator and denominator by the GCD, we get \(\frac-212186\).

Step 6: Convert to Mixed Number

The fraction \(\frac-212186\) can be written as the mixed number \(-25\frac2986\).

Final Answer

The result of 180/215 subtracted by 102/4 is:

\[ \frac{180}{215} - \frac{102}{4} = -25\frac2986 \]

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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