Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 14/20 and 9/4 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 14/20 and 9/4?

The given fractions are 14/20 and 9/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 14/20 and 9/4

14/20 - 9/4

The LCM of 20 and 4 (denominators of the fractions) is 20
2 20, 4
2 10, 2
5, 1

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 2 x 5 x 1 = 20


= 14 x 1 - 9 x 5/20

= 14 - 45/20

= -31/20

Result: -31/20

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 14/20 and 9/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 14/20 and 9/4?

To subtract fractions 14/20 and 9/4 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 20 and 4 value i.e 20. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -31/20.

2. What is 14/20 minus 9/4 as a fraction?

14/20 minus 9/4 as a fraction is equal to -31/20.

3. How to subtract 14/20 and 9/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 14/20 and 9/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -31/20 quickly.