Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 12/9 and 2/20 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 12/9 and 2/20?

The given fractions are 12/9 and 2/20

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 12/9 and 2/20

12/9 - 2/20

The LCM of 9 and 20 (denominators of the fractions) is 180

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 180


= 12 x 20 - 2 x 9/180

= 240 - 18/180

= 222/180

= 37/30

Result: 37/30

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 12/9 and 2/20

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 12/9 and 2/20?

To subtract fractions 12/9 and 2/20 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 9 and 20 value i.e 180. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 37/30.

2. What is 12/9 minus 2/20 as a fraction?

12/9 minus 2/20 as a fraction is equal to 37/30.

3. How to subtract 12/9 and 2/20 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 12/9 and 2/20 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 37/30 quickly.