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What is 4/6 - 3/6?

What is 4/6 - 3/6?

Here's how to subtract 3/6 from 4/6:

4
6
3
6

Step 1

Since our denominators match, we can subtract the numerators.

4 − 3 = 1

So the answer is:

1
6

Step 2

Last of all, we need to simplify the fraction, if possible. Can it be reduced to a simpler fraction?

To find out, we try dividing it by 2...

No good. 2 is larger than 1. So we're done reducing.

There you have it! The final answer is:
4
6
3
6
=
1
6