What is 4/11 - 6/11?

Here's how to subtract 6/11 from 4/11:

Step 1

Since our denominators match, we can subtract the numerators.

4 − 6 = -2

So the answer is:

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...

Nope! So now we try the next greatest prime number, 3...

No good. 3 is larger than -2. So we're done reducing.