Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 16/9 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 16/9 and 12/6?

The given fractions are 16/9 and 12/6

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 16/9 and 12/6

16/9 - 12/6

The LCM of 9 and 6 (denominators of the fractions) is 18
3 9, 6
3, 2

So the lcm of the given numbers is 3 x 3 x 2 = 18


= 16 x 2 - 12 x 3/18

= 32 - 36/18

= -4/18

= -2/9

Result: -2/9

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 16/9 and 12/6

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 16/9 and 12/6?

To subtract fractions 16/9 and 12/6 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 9 and 6 value i.e 18. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -2/9.

2. What is 16/9 minus 12/6 as a fraction?

16/9 minus 12/6 as a fraction is equal to -2/9.

3. How to subtract 16/9 and 12/6 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 16/9 and 12/6 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -2/9 quickly.