subtract 5/9-1/6

To subtract 5/9 - 1/6, we need a common denominator. The common denominator between 9 and 6 is 18.

Rewriting the fractions with a common denominator:
5/9 = 10/18
1/6 = 3/18

Now subtract:
10/18 - 3/18 = 7/18

Therefore, 5/9 - 1/6 = 7/18.