Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 5/9 and 19/6 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 5/9 and 19/6?

The given fractions are 5/9 and 19/6

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 5/9 and 19/6

5/9 - 19/6

The LCM of 9 and 6 (denominators of the fractions) is 18
3 9, 6
3, 2

So the lcm of the given numbers is 3 x 3 x 2 = 18


= 5 x 2 - 19 x 3/18

= 10 - 57/18

= -47/18

Result: -47/18

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 5/9 and 19/6

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 5/9 and 19/6?

To subtract fractions 5/9 and 19/6 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 9 and 6 value i.e 18. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -47/18.

2. What is 5/9 minus 19/6 as a fraction?

5/9 minus 19/6 as a fraction is equal to -47/18.

3. How to subtract 5/9 and 19/6 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 5/9 and 19/6 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -47/18 quickly.