Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 12/4 and 4/10 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 12/4 and 4/10?

The given fractions are 12/4 and 4/10

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 12/4 and 4/10

12/4 - 4/10

The LCM of 4 and 10 (denominators of the fractions) is 20
2 4, 10
2, 5

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 2 x 5 = 20


= 12 x 5 - 4 x 2/20

= 60 - 8/20

= 52/20

= 13/5

Result: 13/5

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 12/4 and 4/10

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 12/4 and 4/10?

To subtract fractions 12/4 and 4/10 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 4 and 10 value i.e 20. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 13/5.

2. What is 12/4 minus 4/10 as a fraction?

12/4 minus 4/10 as a fraction is equal to 13/5.

3. How to subtract 12/4 and 4/10 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 12/4 and 4/10 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 13/5 quickly.