Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 5/1 and 20/14 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 5/1 and 20/14?

The given fractions are 5/1 and 20/14

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 5/1 and 20/14

5/1 - 20/14

The LCM of 1 and 14 (denominators of the fractions) is 14

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 14


= 5 x 14 - 20 x 1/14

= 70 - 20/14

= 50/14

= 25/7

Result: 25/7

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 5/1 and 20/14

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 5/1 and 20/14?

To subtract fractions 5/1 and 20/14 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 1 and 14 value i.e 14. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 25/7.

2. What is 5/1 minus 20/14 as a fraction?

5/1 minus 20/14 as a fraction is equal to 25/7.

3. How to subtract 5/1 and 20/14 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 5/1 and 20/14 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 25/7 quickly.