Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 14/5 and 18/20 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 14/5 and 18/20?

The given fractions are 14/5 and 18/20

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 14/5 and 18/20

14/5 - 18/20

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

So the lcm of the given numbers is 5 x 1 x 4 = 20


= 14 x 4 - 18 x 1/20

= 56 - 18/20

= 38/20

= 19/10

Result: 19/10

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 14/5 and 18/20

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 14/5 and 18/20?

To subtract fractions 14/5 and 18/20 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 5 and 20 value i.e 20. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 19/10.

2. What is 14/5 minus 18/20 as a fraction?

14/5 minus 18/20 as a fraction is equal to 19/10.

3. How to subtract 14/5 and 18/20 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 14/5 and 18/20 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 19/10 quickly.