Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 3/6 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 3/6 and 20/15?

The given fractions are 3/6 and 20/15

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 3/6 and 20/15

3/6 - 20/15

The LCM of 6 and 15 (denominators of the fractions) is 30
3 6, 15
2, 5

So the lcm of the given numbers is 3 x 2 x 5 = 30


= 3 x 5 - 20 x 2/30

= 15 - 40/30

= -25/30

= -5/6

Result: -5/6

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 3/6 and 20/15

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 3/6 and 20/15?

To subtract fractions 3/6 and 20/15 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 6 and 15 value i.e 30. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -5/6.

2. What is 3/6 minus 20/15 as a fraction?

3/6 minus 20/15 as a fraction is equal to -5/6.

3. How to subtract 3/6 and 20/15 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 3/6 and 20/15 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -5/6 quickly.