Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 14/20 and 20/3 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 14/20 and 20/3?

The given fractions are 14/20 and 20/3

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 14/20 and 20/3

14/20 - 20/3

The LCM of 20 and 3 (denominators of the fractions) is 60

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 60


= 14 x 3 - 20 x 20/60

= 42 - 400/60

= -358/60

= -179/30

Result: -179/30

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 14/20 and 20/3

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 14/20 and 20/3?

To subtract fractions 14/20 and 20/3 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 20 and 3 value i.e 60. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -179/30.

2. What is 14/20 minus 20/3 as a fraction?

14/20 minus 20/3 as a fraction is equal to -179/30.

3. How to subtract 14/20 and 20/3 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 14/20 and 20/3 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -179/30 quickly.