Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 20/8 and 6/2 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 20/8 and 6/2?

The given fractions are 20/8 and 6/2

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 20/8 and 6/2

20/8 - 6/2

The LCM of 8 and 2 (denominators of the fractions) is 8
2 8, 2
4, 1

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 4 x 1 = 8


= 20 x 1 - 6 x 4/8

= 20 - 24/8

= -4/8

= -1/2

Result: -1/2

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 20/8 and 6/2

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 20/8 and 6/2?

To subtract fractions 20/8 and 6/2 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 2 value i.e 8. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -1/2.

2. What is 20/8 minus 6/2 as a fraction?

20/8 minus 6/2 as a fraction is equal to -1/2.

3. How to subtract 20/8 and 6/2 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 20/8 and 6/2 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -1/2 quickly.