Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 12/4 and 8/5 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 8/5?

The given fractions are 12/4 and 8/5

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 12/4 and 8/5

12/4 - 8/5

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

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 20


= 12 x 5 - 8 x 4/20

= 60 - 32/20

= 28/20

= 7/5

Result: 7/5

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 12/4 and 8/5

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 12/4 and 8/5?

To subtract fractions 12/4 and 8/5 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 4 and 5 value i.e 20. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 7/5.

2. What is 12/4 minus 8/5 as a fraction?

12/4 minus 8/5 as a fraction is equal to 7/5.

3. How to subtract 12/4 and 8/5 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 12/4 and 8/5 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 7/5 quickly.