Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 12/10 and 7/3 with the help of the handy tool Subtraction of Fractions Calculator and get the detailed step-by-step answer.




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How do you Subtract Fractions 12/10 and 7/3?

The given fractions are 12/10 and 7/3

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 12/10 and 7/3

12/10 - 7/3

The LCM of 10 and 3 (denominators of the fractions) is 30

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 30


= 12 x 3 - 7 x 10/30

= 36 - 70/30

= -34/30

= -17/15

Result: -17/15

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 12/10 and 7/3

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 12/10 and 7/3?

To subtract fractions 12/10 and 7/3 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 10 and 3 value i.e 30. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -17/15.

2. What is 12/10 minus 7/3 as a fraction?

12/10 minus 7/3 as a fraction is equal to -17/15.

3. How to subtract 12/10 and 7/3 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 12/10 and 7/3 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -17/15 quickly.