Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 3/20 and 14/8 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 3/20 and 14/8?

The given fractions are 3/20 and 14/8

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 3/20 and 14/8

3/20 - 14/8

The LCM of 20 and 8 (denominators of the fractions) is 40
2 20, 8
2 10, 4
5, 2

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 2 x 5 x 2 = 40


= 3 x 2 - 14 x 5/40

= 6 - 70/40

= -64/40

= -8/5

Result: -8/5

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 3/20 and 14/8

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 3/20 and 14/8?

To subtract fractions 3/20 and 14/8 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 20 and 8 value i.e 40. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -8/5.

2. What is 3/20 minus 14/8 as a fraction?

3/20 minus 14/8 as a fraction is equal to -8/5.

3. How to subtract 3/20 and 14/8 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 3/20 and 14/8 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -8/5 quickly.