Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 5/3 and 9/9 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 5/3 and 9/9?

The given fractions are 5/3 and 9/9

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 5/3 and 9/9

5/3 - 9/9

The LCM of 3 and 9 (denominators of the fractions) is 9
3 3, 9
1, 3

So the lcm of the given numbers is 3 x 1 x 3 = 9


= 5 x 3 - 9 x 1/9

= 15 - 9/9

= 6/9

= 2/3

Result: 2/3

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 5/3 and 9/9

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 5/3 and 9/9?

To subtract fractions 5/3 and 9/9 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 3 and 9 value i.e 9. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 2/3.

2. What is 5/3 minus 9/9 as a fraction?

5/3 minus 9/9 as a fraction is equal to 2/3.

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

You have to give these numbers 5/3 and 9/9 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 2/3 quickly.