Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 4/2 and 15/20 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 4/2 and 15/20?

The given fractions are 4/2 and 15/20

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 4/2 and 15/20

4/2 - 15/20

The LCM of 2 and 20 (denominators of the fractions) is 20
2 2, 20
1, 10

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 1 x 10 = 20


= 4 x 10 - 15 x 1/20

= 40 - 15/20

= 25/20

= 5/4

Result: 5/4

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 4/2 and 15/20

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 4/2 and 15/20?

To subtract fractions 4/2 and 15/20 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 2 and 20 value i.e 20. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 5/4.

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

4/2 minus 15/20 as a fraction is equal to 5/4.

3. How to subtract 4/2 and 15/20 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 4/2 and 15/20 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 5/4 quickly.