Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 3/4 and 20/15 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 3/4 and 20/15?

The given fractions are 3/4 and 20/15

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 3/4 and 20/15

3/4 - 20/15

The LCM of 4 and 15 (denominators of the fractions) is 60

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 60


= 3 x 15 - 20 x 4/60

= 45 - 80/60

= -35/60

= -7/12

Result: -7/12

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 3/4 and 20/15

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 3/4 and 20/15?

To subtract fractions 3/4 and 20/15 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 4 and 15 value i.e 60. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -7/12.

2. What is 3/4 minus 20/15 as a fraction?

3/4 minus 20/15 as a fraction is equal to -7/12.

3. How to subtract 3/4 and 20/15 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 3/4 and 20/15 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -7/12 quickly.