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simplify (1-5)/(8-2)

Solution

simplify

\frac{1 - 5}{8 - 2}

Solution

- \frac{2}{3}

+1

Decimal

- 0.66666 \dots

Solution steps

\frac{1 - 5}{8 - 2}

\frac{1 - 5}{8 - 2} = \frac{- 4}{6}

= \frac{- 4}{6}

Factor the number:

4 = 2 \cdot 2

= \frac{- 2 \cdot 2}{6}

Factor the number:

6 = 2 \cdot 3

= \frac{- 2 \cdot 2}{2 \cdot 3}

Cancel the common factor:

2

= \frac{- 2}{3}

Apply the fraction rule:

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

= - \frac{2}{3}

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is (1-5)/(8-2) ?
The solution to (1-5)/(8-2) is -2/3