Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


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

The given fractions are 6/12 and 6/8

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

6/12 - 6/8

The LCM of 12 and 8 (denominators of the fractions) is 24
2 12, 8
2 6, 4
3, 2

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 2 x 3 x 2 = 24


= 6 x 2 - 6 x 3/24

= 12 - 18/24

= -6/24

= -1/4

Result: -1/4

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

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

To subtract fractions 6/12 and 6/8 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 12 and 8 value i.e 24. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -1/4.

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

6/12 minus 6/8 as a fraction is equal to -1/4.

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

You have to give these numbers 6/12 and 6/8 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -1/4 quickly.