Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 4/12 and 3/5 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 4/12 and 3/5?

The given fractions are 4/12 and 3/5

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 4/12 and 3/5

4/12 - 3/5

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


= 4 x 5 - 3 x 12/60

= 20 - 36/60

= -16/60

= -4/15

Result: -4/15

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 4/12 and 3/5

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 4/12 and 3/5?

To subtract fractions 4/12 and 3/5 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 -4/15.

2. What is 4/12 minus 3/5 as a fraction?

4/12 minus 3/5 as a fraction is equal to -4/15.

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

You have to give these numbers 4/12 and 3/5 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -4/15 quickly.