Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 2/6 and 1/20 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 2/6 and 1/20?

The given fractions are 2/6 and 1/20

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 2/6 and 1/20

2/6 - 1/20

The LCM of 6 and 20 (denominators of the fractions) is 60
2 6, 20
3, 10

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 3 x 10 = 60


= 2 x 10 - 1 x 3/60

= 20 - 3/60

= 17/60

Result: 17/60

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 2/6 and 1/20

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 2/6 and 1/20?

To subtract fractions 2/6 and 1/20 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 6 and 20 value i.e 60. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 17/60.

2. What is 2/6 minus 1/20 as a fraction?

2/6 minus 1/20 as a fraction is equal to 17/60.

3. How to subtract 2/6 and 1/20 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 2/6 and 1/20 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 17/60 quickly.