Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 1/5 and 6/4 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 1/5 and 6/4?

The given fractions are 1/5 and 6/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 1/5 and 6/4

1/5 - 6/4

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

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 20


= 1 x 4 - 6 x 5/20

= 4 - 30/20

= -26/20

= -13/10

Result: -13/10

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 1/5 and 6/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 1/5 and 6/4?

To subtract fractions 1/5 and 6/4 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 5 and 4 value i.e 20. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -13/10.

2. What is 1/5 minus 6/4 as a fraction?

1/5 minus 6/4 as a fraction is equal to -13/10.

3. How to subtract 1/5 and 6/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 1/5 and 6/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -13/10 quickly.