Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 3/9 and 20/19 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 3/9 and 20/19?

The given fractions are 3/9 and 20/19

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 3/9 and 20/19

3/9 - 20/19

The LCM of 9 and 19 (denominators of the fractions) is 171

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 171


= 3 x 19 - 20 x 9/171

= 57 - 180/171

= -123/171

= -41/57

Result: -41/57

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 3/9 and 20/19

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 3/9 and 20/19?

To subtract fractions 3/9 and 20/19 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 9 and 19 value i.e 171. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -41/57.

2. What is 3/9 minus 20/19 as a fraction?

3/9 minus 20/19 as a fraction is equal to -41/57.

3. How to subtract 3/9 and 20/19 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 3/9 and 20/19 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -41/57 quickly.