Question

find the difference.
\\(\frac{1}{2} - \frac{1}{12} = \frac{?}{?}\\)

Explanation:

Step1: Find common denominator

The denominators are 2 and 12; common denominator is 12.
$\frac{1}{2} = \frac{6}{12}$

Step2: Subtract fractions

Subtract numerators, keep denominator.
$\frac{6}{12} - \frac{1}{12} = \frac{5}{12}$

Answer:

$\frac{5}{12}$