Question

What should be subtracted from the sum of 1/12 and 1/8 so that the difference is 1/18

Answer 1

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

1/12 + 1/8

LCM = 24

2 + 3/24 = 5/24

The number to be subtracted = 5/24 - 1/18

LCM = 72

= 15  - 4/72 = 11/72

Answer 2

Answer:

11/72

Step-by-step explanation:

1/12+1/8

2+3/24 = 5/24

it is given that the difference is 1/18

so, 5/24 - x = 1/18

5/24-1/18 = x

15-4/72 = x

11/72 = x

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