Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 15/9 and 4/12 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 15/9 and 4/12?

The given fractions are 15/9 and 4/12

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 15/9 and 4/12

15/9 - 4/12

The LCM of 9 and 12 (denominators of the fractions) is 36
3 9, 12
3, 4

So the lcm of the given numbers is 3 x 3 x 4 = 36


= 15 x 4 - 4 x 3/36

= 60 - 12/36

= 48/36

= 4/3

Result: 4/3

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 15/9 and 4/12

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 15/9 and 4/12?

To subtract fractions 15/9 and 4/12 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 9 and 12 value i.e 36. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 4/3.

2. What is 15/9 minus 4/12 as a fraction?

15/9 minus 4/12 as a fraction is equal to 4/3.

3. How to subtract 15/9 and 4/12 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 15/9 and 4/12 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 4/3 quickly.