Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 13/20 and 15/9 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 13/20 and 15/9?

The given fractions are 13/20 and 15/9

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 13/20 and 15/9

13/20 - 15/9

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


= 13 x 9 - 15 x 20/180

= 117 - 300/180

= -183/180

= -61/60

Result: -61/60

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 13/20 and 15/9

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 13/20 and 15/9?

To subtract fractions 13/20 and 15/9 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 -61/60.

2. What is 13/20 minus 15/9 as a fraction?

13/20 minus 15/9 as a fraction is equal to -61/60.

3. How to subtract 13/20 and 15/9 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 13/20 and 15/9 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -61/60 quickly.