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simplify 1/x-1/a

Solution

simplify

\frac{1}{x} - \frac{1}{a}

Solution

\frac{a - x}{a x}

Solution steps

\frac{1}{x} - \frac{1}{a}

Least Common Multiplier of

x, a : a x

Adjust Fractions based on the LCM

= \frac{a}{a x} - \frac{x}{a x}

Apply the fraction rule:

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

= \frac{a - x}{a x}

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is 1/x-1/a ?
The solution to 1/x-1/a is (a-x)/(ax)