Question 56

1/12

The result of subtracting 5/6 from 3/4 is 1/12, making option B the correct choice.

A) 1

Option A is incorrect because 1 represents a whole number, whereas the actual result of the subtraction yields a fraction. The calculation of 5/6 - 3/4 does not equal 1, as both fractions are less than 1.

B) 1/12

Option B is correct. When calculating 5/6 - 3/4, we first need a common denominator, which is 12. Converting the fractions gives us (10/12) - (9/12) = 1/12. Therefore, this option accurately represents the result of the subtraction.

C) 2/24

Option C is incorrect because 2/24 simplifies to 1/12, which is the correct answer, but it is not presented in its simplest form. The question requires the exact result of the subtraction, which is best expressed as 1/12.

D) 1/2

Option D is incorrect as 1/2 does not equate to the result of 5/6 - 3/4. The calculation yields 1/12, which is significantly less than 1/2.

Conclusion

Option B, 1/12, is the definitive correct answer as it accurately reflects the result of the arithmetic operation performed. The other options either misrepresent the answer or are not the simplest form of the fraction derived from the subtraction.