Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 7/10 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 7/10 and 12/4?

The given fractions are 7/10 and 12/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 7/10 and 12/4

7/10 - 12/4

The LCM of 10 and 4 (denominators of the fractions) is 20
2 10, 4
5, 2

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 5 x 2 = 20


= 7 x 2 - 12 x 5/20

= 14 - 60/20

= -46/20

= -23/10

Result: -23/10

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 7/10 and 12/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 7/10 and 12/4?

To subtract fractions 7/10 and 12/4 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 10 and 4 value i.e 20. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -23/10.

2. What is 7/10 minus 12/4 as a fraction?

7/10 minus 12/4 as a fraction is equal to -23/10.

3. How to subtract 7/10 and 12/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 7/10 and 12/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -23/10 quickly.