Question

Find the difference using fraction bars or a paper and pencil. Write your answer in simplest form.

11/12 - 3/4

Answer 1

We must find a common denominator, first


11/12 - 9/12


2/12


Simplified, it becomes 1/6

Answer 2

First, find the lowest common denominator. That is 12. You only have to change 3/4 into 12ths.

3/4 = 9/12

11/12 – 9/12 = 2/12 = 1/6