Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 20/12 and 10/5 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 20/12 and 10/5?

The given fractions are 20/12 and 10/5

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 20/12 and 10/5

20/12 - 10/5

The LCM of 12 and 5 (denominators of the fractions) is 60

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 60


= 20 x 5 - 10 x 12/60

= 100 - 120/60

= -20/60

= -1/3

Result: -1/3

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 20/12 and 10/5

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 20/12 and 10/5?

To subtract fractions 20/12 and 10/5 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 12 and 5 value i.e 60. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -1/3.

2. What is 20/12 minus 10/5 as a fraction?

20/12 minus 10/5 as a fraction is equal to -1/3.

3. How to subtract 20/12 and 10/5 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 20/12 and 10/5 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -1/3 quickly.