Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 5/11 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 5/11 and 2/2?

The given fractions are 5/11 and 2/2

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 5/11 and 2/2

5/11 - 2/2

The LCM of 11 and 2 (denominators of the fractions) is 22

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 22


= 5 x 2 - 2 x 11/22

= 10 - 22/22

= -12/22

= -6/11

Result: -6/11

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 5/11 and 2/2

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 5/11 and 2/2?

To subtract fractions 5/11 and 2/2 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 11 and 2 value i.e 22. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -6/11.

2. What is 5/11 minus 2/2 as a fraction?

5/11 minus 2/2 as a fraction is equal to -6/11.

3. How to subtract 5/11 and 2/2 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 5/11 and 2/2 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -6/11 quickly.