Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 12/1 and 16/6 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 12/1 and 16/6?

The given fractions are 12/1 and 16/6

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 12/1 and 16/6

12/1 - 16/6

The LCM of 1 and 6 (denominators of the fractions) is 6

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 6


= 12 x 6 - 16 x 1/6

= 72 - 16/6

= 56/6

= 28/3

Result: 28/3

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 12/1 and 16/6

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 12/1 and 16/6?

To subtract fractions 12/1 and 16/6 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 1 and 6 value i.e 6. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 28/3.

2. What is 12/1 minus 16/6 as a fraction?

12/1 minus 16/6 as a fraction is equal to 28/3.

3. How to subtract 12/1 and 16/6 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 12/1 and 16/6 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 28/3 quickly.