Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 9/4 and 5/5 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 9/4 and 5/5?

The given fractions are 9/4 and 5/5

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 9/4 and 5/5

9/4 - 5/5

The LCM of 4 and 5 (denominators of the fractions) is 20

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 20


= 9 x 5 - 5 x 4/20

= 45 - 20/20

= 25/20

= 5/4

Result: 5/4

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 9/4 and 5/5

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 9/4 and 5/5?

To subtract fractions 9/4 and 5/5 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 4 and 5 value i.e 20. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 5/4.

2. What is 9/4 minus 5/5 as a fraction?

9/4 minus 5/5 as a fraction is equal to 5/4.

3. How to subtract 9/4 and 5/5 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 9/4 and 5/5 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 5/4 quickly.