Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 20/1 and 18/12 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 20/1 and 18/12?

The given fractions are 20/1 and 18/12

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 20/1 and 18/12

20/1 - 18/12

The LCM of 1 and 12 (denominators of the fractions) is 12

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 12


= 20 x 12 - 18 x 1/12

= 240 - 18/12

= 222/12

= 37/2

Result: 37/2

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 20/1 and 18/12

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 20/1 and 18/12?

To subtract fractions 20/1 and 18/12 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 1 and 12 value i.e 12. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 37/2.

2. What is 20/1 minus 18/12 as a fraction?

20/1 minus 18/12 as a fraction is equal to 37/2.

3. How to subtract 20/1 and 18/12 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 20/1 and 18/12 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 37/2 quickly.