Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 8/20 and 16/9 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 8/20 and 16/9?

The given fractions are 8/20 and 16/9

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 8/20 and 16/9

8/20 - 16/9

The LCM of 20 and 9 (denominators of the fractions) is 180

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 180


= 8 x 9 - 16 x 20/180

= 72 - 320/180

= -248/180

= -62/45

Result: -62/45

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 8/20 and 16/9

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 8/20 and 16/9?

To subtract fractions 8/20 and 16/9 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 20 and 9 value i.e 180. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -62/45.

2. What is 8/20 minus 16/9 as a fraction?

8/20 minus 16/9 as a fraction is equal to -62/45.

3. How to subtract 8/20 and 16/9 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 8/20 and 16/9 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -62/45 quickly.