Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 7/5 and 5/4 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 7/5 and 5/4?

The given fractions are 7/5 and 5/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 7/5 and 5/4

7/5 - 5/4

The LCM of 5 and 4 (denominators of the fractions) is 20

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 20


= 7 x 4 - 5 x 5/20

= 28 - 25/20

= 3/20

Result: 3/20

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 7/5 and 5/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 7/5 and 5/4?

To subtract fractions 7/5 and 5/4 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 5 and 4 value i.e 20. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 3/20.

2. What is 7/5 minus 5/4 as a fraction?

7/5 minus 5/4 as a fraction is equal to 3/20.

3. How to subtract 7/5 and 5/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 7/5 and 5/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 3/20 quickly.