Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 1/4 and 15/13 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 1/4 and 15/13?

The given fractions are 1/4 and 15/13

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 1/4 and 15/13

1/4 - 15/13

The LCM of 4 and 13 (denominators of the fractions) is 52

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 52


= 1 x 13 - 15 x 4/52

= 13 - 60/52

= -47/52

Result: -47/52

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 1/4 and 15/13

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 1/4 and 15/13?

To subtract fractions 1/4 and 15/13 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 4 and 13 value i.e 52. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -47/52.

2. What is 1/4 minus 15/13 as a fraction?

1/4 minus 15/13 as a fraction is equal to -47/52.

3. How to subtract 1/4 and 15/13 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 1/4 and 15/13 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -47/52 quickly.