Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 13/18 and 8/5 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 13/18 and 8/5?

The given fractions are 13/18 and 8/5

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 13/18 and 8/5

13/18 - 8/5

The LCM of 18 and 5 (denominators of the fractions) is 90

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 90


= 13 x 5 - 8 x 18/90

= 65 - 144/90

= -79/90

Result: -79/90

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 13/18 and 8/5

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 13/18 and 8/5?

To subtract fractions 13/18 and 8/5 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 18 and 5 value i.e 90. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -79/90.

2. What is 13/18 minus 8/5 as a fraction?

13/18 minus 8/5 as a fraction is equal to -79/90.

3. How to subtract 13/18 and 8/5 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 13/18 and 8/5 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -79/90 quickly.