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simplify 3/5-3/8

Solution

simplify

\frac{3}{5} - \frac{3}{8}

Solution

\frac{9}{40}

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Decimal Notation

0.225

Solution steps

\frac{3}{5} - \frac{3}{8}

Least Common Multiplier of

5, 8 : 40

Adjust Fractions based on the LCM

= \frac{24}{40} - \frac{15}{40}

Apply the fraction rule:

\frac{a}{c} - \frac{b}{c} = \frac{a - b}{c}

= \frac{24 - 15}{40}

24 - 15 = 9

= \frac{9}{40}

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The solution to 3/5-3/8 is 9/40