What is 8/11 - 6/11?

Here's how to subtract 6/11 from 8/11:

Step 1

Since our denominators match, we can subtract the numerators.

8 − 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.