Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 5/9 and 16/20 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 5/9 and 16/20?

The given fractions are 5/9 and 16/20

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 5/9 and 16/20

5/9 - 16/20

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


= 5 x 20 - 16 x 9/180

= 100 - 144/180

= -44/180

= -11/45

Result: -11/45

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 5/9 and 16/20

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 5/9 and 16/20?

To subtract fractions 5/9 and 16/20 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 -11/45.

2. What is 5/9 minus 16/20 as a fraction?

5/9 minus 16/20 as a fraction is equal to -11/45.

3. How to subtract 5/9 and 16/20 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 5/9 and 16/20 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -11/45 quickly.