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simplify 5/8-9/20

Solution

simplify

\frac{5}{8} - \frac{9}{20}

Solution

\frac{7}{40}

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Decimal Notation

0.175

Solution steps

\frac{5}{8} - \frac{9}{20}

Least Common Multiplier of

8, 20 : 40

Adjust Fractions based on the LCM

= \frac{25}{40} - \frac{18}{40}

Apply the fraction rule:

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

= \frac{25 - 18}{40}

25 - 18 = 7

= \frac{7}{40}

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What is 5/8-9/20 ?
The solution to 5/8-9/20 is 7/40