Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 5/10 and 2/2 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 2/2?

The given fractions are 5/10 and 2/2

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 5/10 and 2/2

5/10 - 2/2

The LCM of 10 and 2 (denominators of the fractions) is 10
2 10, 2
5, 1

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 5 x 1 = 10


= 5 x 1 - 2 x 5/10

= 5 - 10/10

= -5/10

= -1/2

Result: -1/2

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 5/10 and 2/2

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 5/10 and 2/2?

To subtract fractions 5/10 and 2/2 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 10 and 2 value i.e 10. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -1/2.

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

5/10 minus 2/2 as a fraction is equal to -1/2.

3. How to subtract 5/10 and 2/2 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 5/10 and 2/2 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -1/2 quickly.