Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


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

The given fractions are 8/12 and 12/6

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

8/12 - 12/6

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


= 8 x 1 - 12 x 2/12

= 8 - 24/12

= -16/12

= -4/3

Result: -4/3

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

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

To subtract fractions 8/12 and 12/6 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 -4/3.

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

8/12 minus 12/6 as a fraction is equal to -4/3.

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

You have to give these numbers 8/12 and 12/6 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -4/3 quickly.