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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 5/6 and 19/12 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 5/6 and 19/12?

The given fractions are 5/6 and 19/12

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 5/6 and 19/12

5/6 - 19/12

The LCM of 6 and 12 (denominators of the fractions) is 12
2 6, 12
3 3, 6
1, 2

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 3 x 1 x 2 = 12


= 5 x 2 - 19 x 1/12

= 10 - 19/12

= -9/12

= -3/4

Result: -3/4

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 5/6 and 19/12

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 5/6 and 19/12?

To subtract fractions 5/6 and 19/12 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 6 and 12 value i.e 12. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -3/4.

2. What is 5/6 minus 19/12 as a fraction?

5/6 minus 19/12 as a fraction is equal to -3/4.

3. How to subtract 5/6 and 19/12 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 5/6 and 19/12 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -3/4 quickly.