Subtracting Fractions Calculator
MathSubtract one fraction from another and get the result as a simplified fraction, mixed number, and decimal.
Difference (fraction)
The difference in simplified fraction form
Difference (decimal)
0.4167
The difference as a decimal number
Difference (mixed number)
5/12
The difference as a mixed number
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you subtract fractions with different denominators?
Rewrite both fractions over a common denominator, then subtract the numerators while keeping that shared denominator.
What is 3/4 minus 1/3?
3/4 minus 1/3 equals 5/12, or approximately 0.42 as a decimal.
What if the second fraction is larger than the first?
The result becomes negative, showing that the second fraction is greater than the first.
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