Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 4/12 and 15/6 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 4/12 and 15/6?

The given fractions are 4/12 and 15/6

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 4/12 and 15/6

4/12 - 15/6

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

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


= 4 x 1 - 15 x 2/12

= 4 - 30/12

= -26/12

= -13/6

Result: -13/6

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 4/12 and 15/6

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 4/12 and 15/6?

To subtract fractions 4/12 and 15/6 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 12 and 6 value i.e 12. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -13/6.

2. What is 4/12 minus 15/6 as a fraction?

4/12 minus 15/6 as a fraction is equal to -13/6.

3. How to subtract 4/12 and 15/6 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 4/12 and 15/6 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -13/6 quickly.