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What is 3/6 - 4/6?

What is 3/6 - 4/6?

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

3
6
4
6

Step 1

Since our denominators match, we can subtract the numerators.

3 − 4 = -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:
3
6
4
6
=
1
6