Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 4/8 and 20/3 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 4/8 and 20/3?

The given fractions are 4/8 and 20/3

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 4/8 and 20/3

4/8 - 20/3

The LCM of 8 and 3 (denominators of the fractions) is 24

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 24


= 4 x 3 - 20 x 8/24

= 12 - 160/24

= -148/24

= -37/6

Result: -37/6

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 4/8 and 20/3

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 4/8 and 20/3?

To subtract fractions 4/8 and 20/3 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 3 value i.e 24. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -37/6.

2. What is 4/8 minus 20/3 as a fraction?

4/8 minus 20/3 as a fraction is equal to -37/6.

3. How to subtract 4/8 and 20/3 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 4/8 and 20/3 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -37/6 quickly.