Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 5/12 and 14/9 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 5/12 and 14/9?

The given fractions are 5/12 and 14/9

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 5/12 and 14/9

5/12 - 14/9

The LCM of 12 and 9 (denominators of the fractions) is 36
3 12, 9
4, 3

So the lcm of the given numbers is 3 x 4 x 3 = 36


= 5 x 3 - 14 x 4/36

= 15 - 56/36

= -41/36

Result: -41/36

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 5/12 and 14/9

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 5/12 and 14/9?

To subtract fractions 5/12 and 14/9 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 12 and 9 value i.e 36. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -41/36.

2. What is 5/12 minus 14/9 as a fraction?

5/12 minus 14/9 as a fraction is equal to -41/36.

3. How to subtract 5/12 and 14/9 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 5/12 and 14/9 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -41/36 quickly.