Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 15/17 and 12/6 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 15/17 and 12/6?

The given fractions are 15/17 and 12/6

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 15/17 and 12/6

15/17 - 12/6

The LCM of 17 and 6 (denominators of the fractions) is 102

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 102


= 15 x 6 - 12 x 17/102

= 90 - 204/102

= -114/102

= -19/17

Result: -19/17

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 15/17 and 12/6

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 15/17 and 12/6?

To subtract fractions 15/17 and 12/6 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 17 and 6 value i.e 102. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -19/17.

2. What is 15/17 minus 12/6 as a fraction?

15/17 minus 12/6 as a fraction is equal to -19/17.

3. How to subtract 15/17 and 12/6 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 15/17 and 12/6 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -19/17 quickly.