Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 5/20 and 10/3 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 5/20 and 10/3?

The given fractions are 5/20 and 10/3

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 5/20 and 10/3

5/20 - 10/3

The LCM of 20 and 3 (denominators of the fractions) is 60

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 60


= 5 x 3 - 10 x 20/60

= 15 - 200/60

= -185/60

= -37/12

Result: -37/12

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 5/20 and 10/3

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 5/20 and 10/3?

To subtract fractions 5/20 and 10/3 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 20 and 3 value i.e 60. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -37/12.

2. What is 5/20 minus 10/3 as a fraction?

5/20 minus 10/3 as a fraction is equal to -37/12.

3. How to subtract 5/20 and 10/3 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 5/20 and 10/3 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -37/12 quickly.