Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 1/20 and 5/5 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 1/20 and 5/5?

The given fractions are 1/20 and 5/5

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 1/20 and 5/5

1/20 - 5/5

The LCM of 20 and 5 (denominators of the fractions) is 20
5 20, 5
4, 1

So the lcm of the given numbers is 5 x 4 x 1 = 20


= 1 x 1 - 5 x 4/20

= 1 - 20/20

= -19/20

Result: -19/20

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 1/20 and 5/5

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 1/20 and 5/5?

To subtract fractions 1/20 and 5/5 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 20 and 5 value i.e 20. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -19/20.

2. What is 1/20 minus 5/5 as a fraction?

1/20 minus 5/5 as a fraction is equal to -19/20.

3. How to subtract 1/20 and 5/5 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 1/20 and 5/5 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -19/20 quickly.