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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 19/12 and 9/4 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 9/4?

The given fractions are 19/12 and 9/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 19/12 and 9/4

19/12 - 9/4

The LCM of 12 and 4 (denominators of the fractions) is 12
2 12, 4
2 6, 2
3, 1

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 2 x 3 x 1 = 12


= 19 x 1 - 9 x 3/12

= 19 - 27/12

= -8/12

= -2/3

Result: -2/3

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 19/12 and 9/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 19/12 and 9/4?

To subtract fractions 19/12 and 9/4 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 12 and 4 value i.e 12. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -2/3.

2. What is 19/12 minus 9/4 as a fraction?

19/12 minus 9/4 as a fraction is equal to -2/3.

3. How to subtract 19/12 and 9/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 19/12 and 9/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -2/3 quickly.