Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 19/20 and 7/4 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 19/20 and 7/4?

The given fractions are 19/20 and 7/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 19/20 and 7/4

19/20 - 7/4

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


= 19 x 1 - 7 x 5/20

= 19 - 35/20

= -16/20

= -4/5

Result: -4/5

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 19/20 and 7/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 19/20 and 7/4?

To subtract fractions 19/20 and 7/4 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 -4/5.

2. What is 19/20 minus 7/4 as a fraction?

19/20 minus 7/4 as a fraction is equal to -4/5.

3. How to subtract 19/20 and 7/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 19/20 and 7/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -4/5 quickly.