Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 12/7 and 10/20 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 12/7 and 10/20?

The given fractions are 12/7 and 10/20

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 12/7 and 10/20

12/7 - 10/20

The LCM of 7 and 20 (denominators of the fractions) is 140

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 140


= 12 x 20 - 10 x 7/140

= 240 - 70/140

= 170/140

= 17/14

Result: 17/14

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 12/7 and 10/20

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 12/7 and 10/20?

To subtract fractions 12/7 and 10/20 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 7 and 20 value i.e 140. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 17/14.

2. What is 12/7 minus 10/20 as a fraction?

12/7 minus 10/20 as a fraction is equal to 17/14.

3. How to subtract 12/7 and 10/20 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 12/7 and 10/20 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 17/14 quickly.