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simplify 15/12-6/12

Solution

simplify

\frac{15}{12} - \frac{6}{12}

Solution

\frac{3}{4}

+1

Decimal Notation

0.75

Solution steps

\frac{15}{12} - \frac{6}{12}

Apply the fraction rule:

\frac{a}{c} - \frac{b}{c} = \frac{a - b}{c}

= \frac{15 - 6}{12}

Subtract the numbers:

15 - 6 = 9

= \frac{9}{12}

Cancel

\frac{9}{12} : \frac{3}{4}

\frac{9}{12}

Factor the number:

9 = 3 \cdot 3

= \frac{3 \cdot 3}{12}

Factor the number:

12 = 3 \cdot 4

= \frac{3 \cdot 3}{3 \cdot 4}

Cancel the common factor:

3

= \frac{3}{4}

= \frac{3}{4}

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is 15/12-6/12 ?
The solution to 15/12-6/12 is 3/4