Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 13/14 and 12/3 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 13/14 and 12/3?

The given fractions are 13/14 and 12/3

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 13/14 and 12/3

13/14 - 12/3

The LCM of 14 and 3 (denominators of the fractions) is 42

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 42


= 13 x 3 - 12 x 14/42

= 39 - 168/42

= -129/42

= -43/14

Result: -43/14

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 13/14 and 12/3

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 13/14 and 12/3?

To subtract fractions 13/14 and 12/3 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 14 and 3 value i.e 42. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -43/14.

2. What is 13/14 minus 12/3 as a fraction?

13/14 minus 12/3 as a fraction is equal to -43/14.

3. How to subtract 13/14 and 12/3 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 13/14 and 12/3 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -43/14 quickly.