Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 12/13 and 15/6 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 12/13 and 15/6?

The given fractions are 12/13 and 15/6

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 12/13 and 15/6

12/13 - 15/6

The LCM of 13 and 6 (denominators of the fractions) is 78

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 78


= 12 x 6 - 15 x 13/78

= 72 - 195/78

= -123/78

= -41/26

Result: -41/26

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 12/13 and 15/6

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 12/13 and 15/6?

To subtract fractions 12/13 and 15/6 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 13 and 6 value i.e 78. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -41/26.

2. What is 12/13 minus 15/6 as a fraction?

12/13 minus 15/6 as a fraction is equal to -41/26.

3. How to subtract 12/13 and 15/6 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 12/13 and 15/6 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -41/26 quickly.