Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 6/1 and 2/12 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 6/1 and 2/12?

The given fractions are 6/1 and 2/12

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 6/1 and 2/12

6/1 - 2/12

The LCM of 1 and 12 (denominators of the fractions) is 12

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 12


= 6 x 12 - 2 x 1/12

= 72 - 2/12

= 70/12

= 35/6

Result: 35/6

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 6/1 and 2/12

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 6/1 and 2/12?

To subtract fractions 6/1 and 2/12 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 1 and 12 value i.e 12. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 35/6.

2. What is 6/1 minus 2/12 as a fraction?

6/1 minus 2/12 as a fraction is equal to 35/6.

3. How to subtract 6/1 and 2/12 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 6/1 and 2/12 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 35/6 quickly.