Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 20/9 and 9/5 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 20/9 and 9/5?

The given fractions are 20/9 and 9/5

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 20/9 and 9/5

20/9 - 9/5

The LCM of 9 and 5 (denominators of the fractions) is 45

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 45


= 20 x 5 - 9 x 9/45

= 100 - 81/45

= 19/45

Result: 19/45

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 20/9 and 9/5

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 20/9 and 9/5?

To subtract fractions 20/9 and 9/5 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 9 and 5 value i.e 45. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 19/45.

2. What is 20/9 minus 9/5 as a fraction?

20/9 minus 9/5 as a fraction is equal to 19/45.

3. How to subtract 20/9 and 9/5 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 20/9 and 9/5 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 19/45 quickly.