Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 2/8 and 20/8 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 2/8 and 20/8?

The given fractions are 2/8 and 20/8

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 2/8 and 20/8

2/8 - 20/8

If the L.C.M of the denominators of the both fractions 2/8 and 20/8 are same, the numerators are subtracted directly taking the similar integer as the denominator

= 2 - 20/8

= -18/8

= -9/4

Result: -9/4

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 2/8 and 20/8

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 2/8 and 20/8?

To subtract fractions 2/8 and 20/8 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 8 value i.e 8. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -9/4.

2. What is 2/8 minus 20/8 as a fraction?

2/8 minus 20/8 as a fraction is equal to -9/4.

3. How to subtract 2/8 and 20/8 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 2/8 and 20/8 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -9/4 quickly.