Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 6/11 and 12/8 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 6/11 and 12/8?

The given fractions are 6/11 and 12/8

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 6/11 and 12/8

6/11 - 12/8

The LCM of 11 and 8 (denominators of the fractions) is 88

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 88


= 6 x 8 - 12 x 11/88

= 48 - 132/88

= -84/88

= -21/22

Result: -21/22

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 6/11 and 12/8

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 6/11 and 12/8?

To subtract fractions 6/11 and 12/8 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 11 and 8 value i.e 88. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -21/22.

2. What is 6/11 minus 12/8 as a fraction?

6/11 minus 12/8 as a fraction is equal to -21/22.

3. How to subtract 6/11 and 12/8 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 6/11 and 12/8 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -21/22 quickly.