Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 2/5 and 12/4 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 2/5 and 12/4?

The given fractions are 2/5 and 12/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 2/5 and 12/4

2/5 - 12/4

The LCM of 5 and 4 (denominators of the fractions) is 20

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 20


= 2 x 4 - 12 x 5/20

= 8 - 60/20

= -52/20

= -13/5

Result: -13/5

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 2/5 and 12/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 2/5 and 12/4?

To subtract fractions 2/5 and 12/4 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 5 and 4 value i.e 20. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -13/5.

2. What is 2/5 minus 12/4 as a fraction?

2/5 minus 12/4 as a fraction is equal to -13/5.

3. How to subtract 2/5 and 12/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 2/5 and 12/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -13/5 quickly.