Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 20/1 and 18/3 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 18/3?

The given fractions are 20/1 and 18/3

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 20/1 and 18/3

20/1 - 18/3

The LCM of 1 and 3 (denominators of the fractions) is 3

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 3


= 20 x 3 - 18 x 1/3

= 60 - 18/3

= 42/3

= 14/1

Result: 14/1

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 20/1 and 18/3

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 20/1 and 18/3?

To subtract fractions 20/1 and 18/3 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 1 and 3 value i.e 3. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 14/1.

2. What is 20/1 minus 18/3 as a fraction?

20/1 minus 18/3 as a fraction is equal to 14/1.

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

You have to give these numbers 20/1 and 18/3 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 14/1 quickly.