Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 13/4 and 12/12 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 13/4 and 12/12?

The given fractions are 13/4 and 12/12

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 13/4 and 12/12

13/4 - 12/12

The LCM of 4 and 12 (denominators of the fractions) is 12
2 4, 12
2 2, 6
1, 3

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 2 x 1 x 3 = 12


= 13 x 3 - 12 x 1/12

= 39 - 12/12

= 27/12

= 9/4

Result: 9/4

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 13/4 and 12/12

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 13/4 and 12/12?

To subtract fractions 13/4 and 12/12 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 4 and 12 value i.e 12. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 9/4.

2. What is 13/4 minus 12/12 as a fraction?

13/4 minus 12/12 as a fraction is equal to 9/4.

3. How to subtract 13/4 and 12/12 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 13/4 and 12/12 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 9/4 quickly.