Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 12/13 and 2/2 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 2/2?

The given fractions are 12/13 and 2/2

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 12/13 and 2/2

12/13 - 2/2

The LCM of 13 and 2 (denominators of the fractions) is 26

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 26


= 12 x 2 - 2 x 13/26

= 24 - 26/26

= -2/26

= -1/13

Result: -1/13

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 12/13 and 2/2

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 12/13 and 2/2?

To subtract fractions 12/13 and 2/2 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 13 and 2 value i.e 26. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -1/13.

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

12/13 minus 2/2 as a fraction is equal to -1/13.

3. How to subtract 12/13 and 2/2 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 12/13 and 2/2 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -1/13 quickly.