Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 12/8 and 15/12 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 12/8 and 15/12?

The given fractions are 12/8 and 15/12

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 12/8 and 15/12

12/8 - 15/12

The LCM of 8 and 12 (denominators of the fractions) is 24
2 8, 12
2 4, 6
2, 3

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 2 x 2 x 3 = 24


= 12 x 3 - 15 x 2/24

= 36 - 30/24

= 6/24

= 1/4

Result: 1/4

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 12/8 and 15/12

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 12/8 and 15/12?

To subtract fractions 12/8 and 15/12 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 12 value i.e 24. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 1/4.

2. What is 12/8 minus 15/12 as a fraction?

12/8 minus 15/12 as a fraction is equal to 1/4.

3. How to subtract 12/8 and 15/12 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 12/8 and 15/12 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 1/4 quickly.