Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 19/12 and 5/1 with the help of the handy tool Subtraction of Fractions Calculator and get the detailed step-by-step answer.




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How do you Subtract Fractions 19/12 and 5/1?

The given fractions are 19/12 and 5/1

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 19/12 and 5/1

19/12 - 5/1

The LCM of 12 and 1 (denominators of the fractions) is 12

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 12


= 19 x 1 - 5 x 12/12

= 19 - 60/12

= -41/12

Result: -41/12

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 19/12 and 5/1

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 19/12 and 5/1?

To subtract fractions 19/12 and 5/1 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 12 and 1 value i.e 12. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -41/12.

2. What is 19/12 minus 5/1 as a fraction?

19/12 minus 5/1 as a fraction is equal to -41/12.

3. How to subtract 19/12 and 5/1 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 19/12 and 5/1 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -41/12 quickly.