Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 5/10 and 10/6 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 5/10 and 10/6?

The given fractions are 5/10 and 10/6

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 5/10 and 10/6

5/10 - 10/6

The LCM of 10 and 6 (denominators of the fractions) is 30
2 10, 6
5, 3

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 5 x 3 = 30


= 5 x 3 - 10 x 5/30

= 15 - 50/30

= -35/30

= -7/6

Result: -7/6

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 5/10 and 10/6

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 5/10 and 10/6?

To subtract fractions 5/10 and 10/6 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 10 and 6 value i.e 30. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -7/6.

2. What is 5/10 minus 10/6 as a fraction?

5/10 minus 10/6 as a fraction is equal to -7/6.

3. How to subtract 5/10 and 10/6 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 5/10 and 10/6 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -7/6 quickly.