Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 5/4 and 11/3 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 5/4 and 11/3?

The given fractions are 5/4 and 11/3

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 5/4 and 11/3

5/4 - 11/3

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

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 12


= 5 x 3 - 11 x 4/12

= 15 - 44/12

= -29/12

Result: -29/12

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 5/4 and 11/3

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 5/4 and 11/3?

To subtract fractions 5/4 and 11/3 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 4 and 3 value i.e 12. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -29/12.

2. What is 5/4 minus 11/3 as a fraction?

5/4 minus 11/3 as a fraction is equal to -29/12.

3. How to subtract 5/4 and 11/3 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 5/4 and 11/3 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -29/12 quickly.