Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


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

The given fractions are 12/3 and 6/12

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

12/3 - 6/12

The LCM of 3 and 12 (denominators of the fractions) is 12
3 3, 12
1, 4

So the lcm of the given numbers is 3 x 1 x 4 = 12


= 12 x 4 - 6 x 1/12

= 48 - 6/12

= 42/12

= 7/2

Result: 7/2

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

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

To subtract fractions 12/3 and 6/12 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 3 and 12 value i.e 12. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 7/2.

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

12/3 minus 6/12 as a fraction is equal to 7/2.

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

You have to give these numbers 12/3 and 6/12 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 7/2 quickly.