Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 8/16 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 8/16 and 20/1?

The given fractions are 8/16 and 20/1

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 8/16 and 20/1

8/16 - 20/1

The LCM of 16 and 1 (denominators of the fractions) is 16

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 16


= 8 x 1 - 20 x 16/16

= 8 - 320/16

= -312/16

= -39/2

Result: -39/2

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 8/16 and 20/1

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 8/16 and 20/1?

To subtract fractions 8/16 and 20/1 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 16 and 1 value i.e 16. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -39/2.

2. What is 8/16 minus 20/1 as a fraction?

8/16 minus 20/1 as a fraction is equal to -39/2.

3. How to subtract 8/16 and 20/1 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 8/16 and 20/1 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -39/2 quickly.