Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 12/3 and 14/16 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 12/3 and 14/16?

The given fractions are 12/3 and 14/16

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 12/3 and 14/16

12/3 - 14/16

The LCM of 3 and 16 (denominators of the fractions) is 48

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 48


= 12 x 16 - 14 x 3/48

= 192 - 42/48

= 150/48

= 25/8

Result: 25/8

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 12/3 and 14/16

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 12/3 and 14/16?

To subtract fractions 12/3 and 14/16 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 3 and 16 value i.e 48. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 25/8.

2. What is 12/3 minus 14/16 as a fraction?

12/3 minus 14/16 as a fraction is equal to 25/8.

3. How to subtract 12/3 and 14/16 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 12/3 and 14/16 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 25/8 quickly.