Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


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

The given fractions are 12/8 and 8/5

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

12/8 - 8/5

The LCM of 8 and 5 (denominators of the fractions) is 40

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 40


= 12 x 5 - 8 x 8/40

= 60 - 64/40

= -4/40

= -1/10

Result: -1/10

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

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

To subtract fractions 12/8 and 8/5 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 5 value i.e 40. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -1/10.

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

12/8 minus 8/5 as a fraction is equal to -1/10.

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

You have to give these numbers 12/8 and 8/5 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -1/10 quickly.