Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 20/16 and 2/2 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 20/16 and 2/2?

The given fractions are 20/16 and 2/2

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 20/16 and 2/2

20/16 - 2/2

The LCM of 16 and 2 (denominators of the fractions) is 16
2 16, 2
8, 1

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 8 x 1 = 16


= 20 x 1 - 2 x 8/16

= 20 - 16/16

= 4/16

= 1/4

Result: 1/4

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 20/16 and 2/2

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 20/16 and 2/2?

To subtract fractions 20/16 and 2/2 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 16 and 2 value i.e 16. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 1/4.

2. What is 20/16 minus 2/2 as a fraction?

20/16 minus 2/2 as a fraction is equal to 1/4.

3. How to subtract 20/16 and 2/2 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 20/16 and 2/2 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 1/4 quickly.