Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 5/2 and 6/4 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 5/2 and 6/4?

The given fractions are 5/2 and 6/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 5/2 and 6/4

5/2 - 6/4

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

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 1 x 2 = 4


= 5 x 2 - 6 x 1/4

= 10 - 6/4

= 4/4

= 1/1

Result: 1/1

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 5/2 and 6/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 5/2 and 6/4?

To subtract fractions 5/2 and 6/4 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 2 and 4 value i.e 4. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 1/1.

2. What is 5/2 minus 6/4 as a fraction?

5/2 minus 6/4 as a fraction is equal to 1/1.

3. How to subtract 5/2 and 6/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 5/2 and 6/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 1/1 quickly.