Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 1/12 and 16/9 with the help of the handy tool Subtraction of Fractions Calculator and get the detailed step-by-step answer.




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How do you Subtract Fractions 1/12 and 16/9?

The given fractions are 1/12 and 16/9

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 1/12 and 16/9

1/12 - 16/9

The LCM of 12 and 9 (denominators of the fractions) is 36
3 12, 9
4, 3

So the lcm of the given numbers is 3 x 4 x 3 = 36


= 1 x 3 - 16 x 4/36

= 3 - 64/36

= -61/36

Result: -61/36

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 1/12 and 16/9

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 1/12 and 16/9?

To subtract fractions 1/12 and 16/9 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 12 and 9 value i.e 36. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -61/36.

2. What is 1/12 minus 16/9 as a fraction?

1/12 minus 16/9 as a fraction is equal to -61/36.

3. How to subtract 1/12 and 16/9 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 1/12 and 16/9 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -61/36 quickly.