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simplify 1/y-1/x

Solution

simplify

\frac{1}{y} - \frac{1}{x}

Solution

\frac{x - y}{y x}

Solution steps

\frac{1}{y} - \frac{1}{x}

Least Common Multiplier of

y, x : y x

Adjust Fractions based on the LCM

= \frac{x}{y x} - \frac{y}{y x}

Apply the fraction rule:

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

= \frac{x - y}{y x}

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is 1/y-1/x ?
The solution to 1/y-1/x is (x-y)/(yx)