Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 12/7 and 14/5 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 12/7 and 14/5?

The given fractions are 12/7 and 14/5

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 12/7 and 14/5

12/7 - 14/5

The LCM of 7 and 5 (denominators of the fractions) is 35

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 35


= 12 x 5 - 14 x 7/35

= 60 - 98/35

= -38/35

Result: -38/35

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 12/7 and 14/5

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 12/7 and 14/5?

To subtract fractions 12/7 and 14/5 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 7 and 5 value i.e 35. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -38/35.

2. What is 12/7 minus 14/5 as a fraction?

12/7 minus 14/5 as a fraction is equal to -38/35.

3. How to subtract 12/7 and 14/5 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 12/7 and 14/5 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -38/35 quickly.