Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 12/5 and 6/6 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 12/5 and 6/6?

The given fractions are 12/5 and 6/6

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 12/5 and 6/6

12/5 - 6/6

The LCM of 5 and 6 (denominators of the fractions) is 30

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 30


= 12 x 6 - 6 x 5/30

= 72 - 30/30

= 42/30

= 7/5

Result: 7/5

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 12/5 and 6/6

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 12/5 and 6/6?

To subtract fractions 12/5 and 6/6 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 5 and 6 value i.e 30. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 7/5.

2. What is 12/5 minus 6/6 as a fraction?

12/5 minus 6/6 as a fraction is equal to 7/5.

3. How to subtract 12/5 and 6/6 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 12/5 and 6/6 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 7/5 quickly.