Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 9/8 and 11/20 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 9/8 and 11/20?

The given fractions are 9/8 and 11/20

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 9/8 and 11/20

9/8 - 11/20

The LCM of 8 and 20 (denominators of the fractions) is 40
2 8, 20
2 4, 10
2, 5

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 2 x 2 x 5 = 40


= 9 x 5 - 11 x 2/40

= 45 - 22/40

= 23/40

Result: 23/40

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 9/8 and 11/20

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 9/8 and 11/20?

To subtract fractions 9/8 and 11/20 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 20 value i.e 40. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 23/40.

2. What is 9/8 minus 11/20 as a fraction?

9/8 minus 11/20 as a fraction is equal to 23/40.

3. How to subtract 9/8 and 11/20 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 9/8 and 11/20 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 23/40 quickly.