Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 12/9 and 7/13 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 12/9 and 7/13?

The given fractions are 12/9 and 7/13

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 12/9 and 7/13

12/9 - 7/13

The LCM of 9 and 13 (denominators of the fractions) is 117

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 117


= 12 x 13 - 7 x 9/117

= 156 - 63/117

= 93/117

= 31/39

Result: 31/39

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 12/9 and 7/13

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 12/9 and 7/13?

To subtract fractions 12/9 and 7/13 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 9 and 13 value i.e 117. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 31/39.

2. What is 12/9 minus 7/13 as a fraction?

12/9 minus 7/13 as a fraction is equal to 31/39.

3. How to subtract 12/9 and 7/13 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 12/9 and 7/13 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 31/39 quickly.