Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 19/12 and 20/6 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 19/12 and 20/6?

The given fractions are 19/12 and 20/6

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 19/12 and 20/6

19/12 - 20/6

The LCM of 12 and 6 (denominators of the fractions) is 12
2 12, 6
3 6, 3
2, 1

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 3 x 2 x 1 = 12


= 19 x 1 - 20 x 2/12

= 19 - 40/12

= -21/12

= -7/4

Result: -7/4

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 19/12 and 20/6

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 19/12 and 20/6?

To subtract fractions 19/12 and 20/6 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 12 and 6 value i.e 12. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -7/4.

2. What is 19/12 minus 20/6 as a fraction?

19/12 minus 20/6 as a fraction is equal to -7/4.

3. How to subtract 19/12 and 20/6 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 19/12 and 20/6 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -7/4 quickly.