Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 4/9 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 4/9 and 15/20?

The given fractions are 4/9 and 15/20

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 4/9 and 15/20

4/9 - 15/20

The LCM of 9 and 20 (denominators of the fractions) is 180

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 180


= 4 x 20 - 15 x 9/180

= 80 - 135/180

= -55/180

= -11/36

Result: -11/36

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 4/9 and 15/20

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 4/9 and 15/20?

To subtract fractions 4/9 and 15/20 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 9 and 20 value i.e 180. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -11/36.

2. What is 4/9 minus 15/20 as a fraction?

4/9 minus 15/20 as a fraction is equal to -11/36.

3. How to subtract 4/9 and 15/20 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 4/9 and 15/20 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -11/36 quickly.