Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 12/2 and 6/3 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 12/2 and 6/3?

The given fractions are 12/2 and 6/3

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 12/2 and 6/3

12/2 - 6/3

The LCM of 2 and 3 (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 3 - 6 x 2/6

= 36 - 12/6

= 24/6

= 4/1

Result: 4/1

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 12/2 and 6/3

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 12/2 and 6/3?

To subtract fractions 12/2 and 6/3 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 2 and 3 value i.e 6. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 4/1.

2. What is 12/2 minus 6/3 as a fraction?

12/2 minus 6/3 as a fraction is equal to 4/1.

3. How to subtract 12/2 and 6/3 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 12/2 and 6/3 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 4/1 quickly.