Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 4/7 and 12/8 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 4/7 and 12/8?

The given fractions are 4/7 and 12/8

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 4/7 and 12/8

4/7 - 12/8

The LCM of 7 and 8 (denominators of the fractions) is 56

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 56


= 4 x 8 - 12 x 7/56

= 32 - 84/56

= -52/56

= -13/14

Result: -13/14

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 4/7 and 12/8

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 4/7 and 12/8?

To subtract fractions 4/7 and 12/8 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 7 and 8 value i.e 56. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -13/14.

2. What is 4/7 minus 12/8 as a fraction?

4/7 minus 12/8 as a fraction is equal to -13/14.

3. How to subtract 4/7 and 12/8 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 4/7 and 12/8 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -13/14 quickly.