Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 4/12 and 3/7 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 3/7?

The given fractions are 4/12 and 3/7

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 4/12 and 3/7

4/12 - 3/7

The LCM of 12 and 7 (denominators of the fractions) is 84

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 84


= 4 x 7 - 3 x 12/84

= 28 - 36/84

= -8/84

= -2/21

Result: -2/21

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 4/12 and 3/7

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 4/12 and 3/7?

To subtract fractions 4/12 and 3/7 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 12 and 7 value i.e 84. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -2/21.

2. What is 4/12 minus 3/7 as a fraction?

4/12 minus 3/7 as a fraction is equal to -2/21.

3. How to subtract 4/12 and 3/7 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 4/12 and 3/7 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -2/21 quickly.