Because the denominators are the same, we can simply subtract the numerators.
11 - 5 = 6
Now we're left with 6/12
However, both of these digits share a common factor: 6/
Divide both sides by 6.
6/6 = 1
12/6 = 2
Now we're left with the simplified form, which is 1/2
11/12 - 5/12 = 1/2
