Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 10/15 and 20/9 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 10/15 and 20/9?

The given fractions are 10/15 and 20/9

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 10/15 and 20/9

10/15 - 20/9

The LCM of 15 and 9 (denominators of the fractions) is 45
3 15, 9
5, 3

So the lcm of the given numbers is 3 x 5 x 3 = 45


= 10 x 3 - 20 x 5/45

= 30 - 100/45

= -70/45

= -14/9

Result: -14/9

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 10/15 and 20/9

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 10/15 and 20/9?

To subtract fractions 10/15 and 20/9 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 15 and 9 value i.e 45. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -14/9.

2. What is 10/15 minus 20/9 as a fraction?

10/15 minus 20/9 as a fraction is equal to -14/9.

3. How to subtract 10/15 and 20/9 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 10/15 and 20/9 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -14/9 quickly.