Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 20/14 and 7/1 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 20/14 and 7/1?

The given fractions are 20/14 and 7/1

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 20/14 and 7/1

20/14 - 7/1

The LCM of 14 and 1 (denominators of the fractions) is 14

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 14


= 20 x 1 - 7 x 14/14

= 20 - 98/14

= -78/14

= -39/7

Result: -39/7

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 20/14 and 7/1

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 20/14 and 7/1?

To subtract fractions 20/14 and 7/1 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 14 and 1 value i.e 14. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -39/7.

2. What is 20/14 minus 7/1 as a fraction?

20/14 minus 7/1 as a fraction is equal to -39/7.

3. How to subtract 20/14 and 7/1 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 20/14 and 7/1 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -39/7 quickly.