Question

What is 5/12 - 1/12 equal to

Answer 1

5/12-1/12

Since 5/12 and 1/2 have the same denominator, join their numerators to subtract them.

5 - 1/12

Subtract 1 from 5 to get 4.

4/12

Reduce the fraction 4/12 to its lowest expression by extracting and canceling 4.

1/3

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