Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


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

The given fractions are 14/12 and 5/5

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

14/12 - 5/5

The LCM of 12 and 5 (denominators of the fractions) is 60

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 60


= 14 x 5 - 5 x 12/60

= 70 - 60/60

= 10/60

= 1/6

Result: 1/6

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

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

To subtract fractions 14/12 and 5/5 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 12 and 5 value i.e 60. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 1/6.

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

14/12 minus 5/5 as a fraction is equal to 1/6.

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

You have to give these numbers 14/12 and 5/5 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 1/6 quickly.