32/189 subtracted by 254/4 in Fraction Form

The result of 32/189 subtracted by 254/4 is: -64 253/378

Step-by-Step Solution

Step 1: Understand the Problem

We need to subtract the fraction \(\frac2544\) from \(\frac32189\).

Step 2: Find the Least Common Multiple (LCM)

To subtract fractions, we need a common denominator. The LCM of 189 and 4 is 756.

Step 3: Convert Fractions to Equivalent Fractions

Convert \(\frac32189\) to \(\frac{128}756\)
Convert \(\frac2544\) to \(\frac{48006}756\)

Step 4: Subtract the Numerators

Subtract the numerators: 128 - 48006 = -47878

Step 5: Simplify the Fraction

We can simplify \(\frac-47878756\) to its lowest form.
The greatest common divisor (GCD) of -47878 and 756 is 2.
Dividing both numerator and denominator by the GCD, we get \(\frac-23939378\).

Step 6: Convert to Mixed Number

The fraction \(\frac-23939378\) can be written as the mixed number \(-64\frac253378\).

Final Answer

The result of 32/189 subtracted by 254/4 is:

\[ \frac{32}{189} - \frac{254}{4} = -64\frac253378 \]

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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