Solution
Solution
Solution steps
Follow the PEMDAS order of operations
Add and subtract (left to right)
Convert element to fraction:
Since the denominators are equal, combine the fractions:
Multiply the numbers:
Subtract the numbers:
Least Common Multiplier of
Least Common Multiplier (LCM)
Prime factorization of
is a prime number, therefore no factorization is possible
Prime factorization of
is a prime number, therefore no factorization is possible
Multiply each factor the greatest number of times it occurs in either or
Multiply the numbers:
Adjust Fractions based on the LCM
Multiply each numerator by the same amount needed to multiply its
corresponding denominator to turn it into the LCM
For multiply the denominator and numerator by
For multiply the denominator and numerator by
Since the denominators are equal, combine the fractions:
Subtract the numbers:
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is 1-1/2-1/5 ?
The solution to 1-1/2-1/5 is 3/10