Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 20/5 and 12/18 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 20/5 and 12/18?

The given fractions are 20/5 and 12/18

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 20/5 and 12/18

20/5 - 12/18

The LCM of 5 and 18 (denominators of the fractions) is 90

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 90


= 20 x 18 - 12 x 5/90

= 360 - 60/90

= 300/90

= 10/3

Result: 10/3

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 20/5 and 12/18

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 20/5 and 12/18?

To subtract fractions 20/5 and 12/18 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 5 and 18 value i.e 90. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 10/3.

2. What is 20/5 minus 12/18 as a fraction?

20/5 minus 12/18 as a fraction is equal to 10/3.

3. How to subtract 20/5 and 12/18 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 20/5 and 12/18 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 10/3 quickly.