6/18 subtracted by 22/2 in Fraction Form

The result of 6/18 subtracted by 22/2 is: -11 1/3

Step-by-Step Solution

Step 1: Understand the Problem

We need to subtract the fraction \(\frac222\) from \(\frac618\).

Step 2: Find the Least Common Multiple (LCM)

To subtract fractions, we need a common denominator. The LCM of 18 and 2 is 18.

Step 3: Convert Fractions to Equivalent Fractions

Convert \(\frac618\) to \(\frac{6}18\)
Convert \(\frac222\) to \(\frac{198}18\)

Step 4: Subtract the Numerators

Subtract the numerators: 6 - 198 = -192

Step 5: Simplify the Fraction

We can simplify \(\frac-19218\) to its lowest form.
The greatest common divisor (GCD) of -192 and 18 is 6.
Dividing both numerator and denominator by the GCD, we get \(\frac-323\).

Step 6: Convert to Mixed Number

The fraction \(\frac-323\) can be written as the mixed number \(-11\frac13\).

Final Answer

The result of 6/18 subtracted by 22/2 is:

\[ \frac{6}{18} - \frac{22}{2} = -11\frac13 \]

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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