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What is 5/10 - 6/10?

What is 5/10 - 6/10?

Here's how to subtract 6/10 from 5/10:

5
10
 −
6
10

Step 1

Since our denominators match, we can subtract the numerators.

5 − 6 = -1

So the answer is:

-1
10

Step 2

Last of all, we need to simplify the fraction, if possible. Can it be reduced to a simpler fraction?

To find out, we try dividing it by 2...

No good. 2 is larger than -1. So we're done reducing.

There you have it! The final answer is:
5
10
 −
6
10
 = −
1
10

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