Question

1. $\frac{5}{12}-\frac{2}{16}=$ __________

Explanation:

Step1: Find common denominator

The least - common multiple of 12 and 16 is 48.

Step2: Rewrite fractions with common denominator

$\frac{5}{12}=\frac{5\times4}{12\times4}=\frac{20}{48}$; $\frac{2}{16}=\frac{2\times3}{16\times3}=\frac{6}{48}$

Step3: Subtract the fractions

$\frac{20}{48}-\frac{6}{48}=\frac{20 - 6}{48}=\frac{14}{48}$

Step4: Simplify the fraction

$\frac{14}{48}=\frac{7}{24}$

Answer:

$\frac{7}{24}$