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What is 3/11 - 2/11?

What is 3/11 - 2/11?

Here's how to subtract 2/11 from 3/11:

3
11
2
11

Step 1

Since our denominators match, we can subtract the numerators.

3 − 2 = 1

So the answer is:

1
11

Step 2

Last of all, we need to simplify the fraction, if possible. Can it be reduced to a simpler fraction?

To find out, we try dividing it by 2...

No good. 2 is larger than 1. So we're done reducing.

There you have it! The final answer is:
3
11
2
11
=
1
11