Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 20/8 and 19/7 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 20/8 and 19/7?

The given fractions are 20/8 and 19/7

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 20/8 and 19/7

20/8 - 19/7

The LCM of 8 and 7 (denominators of the fractions) is 56

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 56


= 20 x 7 - 19 x 8/56

= 140 - 152/56

= -12/56

= -3/14

Result: -3/14

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 20/8 and 19/7

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 20/8 and 19/7?

To subtract fractions 20/8 and 19/7 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 7 value i.e 56. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -3/14.

2. What is 20/8 minus 19/7 as a fraction?

20/8 minus 19/7 as a fraction is equal to -3/14.

3. How to subtract 20/8 and 19/7 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 20/8 and 19/7 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -3/14 quickly.