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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 12/8 and 9/4 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 12/8 and 9/4?

The given fractions are 12/8 and 9/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 12/8 and 9/4

12/8 - 9/4

The LCM of 8 and 4 (denominators of the fractions) is 8
2 8, 4
2 4, 2
1, 2

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 2 x 1 x 2 = 8


= 12 x 1 - 9 x 2/8

= 12 - 18/8

= -6/8

= -3/4

Result: -3/4

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 12/8 and 9/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 12/8 and 9/4?

To subtract fractions 12/8 and 9/4 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 4 value i.e 8. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -3/4.

2. What is 12/8 minus 9/4 as a fraction?

12/8 minus 9/4 as a fraction is equal to -3/4.

3. How to subtract 12/8 and 9/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 12/8 and 9/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -3/4 quickly.