Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 5/3 and 20/1 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 5/3 and 20/1?

The given fractions are 5/3 and 20/1

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 5/3 and 20/1

5/3 - 20/1

The LCM of 3 and 1 (denominators of the fractions) is 3

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 3


= 5 x 1 - 20 x 3/3

= 5 - 60/3

= -55/3

Result: -55/3

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 5/3 and 20/1

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

To subtract fractions 5/3 and 20/1 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 3 and 1 value i.e 3. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -55/3.

2. What is 5/3 minus 20/1 as a fraction?

5/3 minus 20/1 as a fraction is equal to -55/3.

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

You have to give these numbers 5/3 and 20/1 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -55/3 quickly.