Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 13/4 and 15/20 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 13/4 and 15/20?

The given fractions are 13/4 and 15/20

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 13/4 and 15/20

13/4 - 15/20

The LCM of 4 and 20 (denominators of the fractions) is 20
2 4, 20
2 2, 10
1, 5

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 2 x 1 x 5 = 20


= 13 x 5 - 15 x 1/20

= 65 - 15/20

= 50/20

= 5/2

Result: 5/2

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 13/4 and 15/20

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 13/4 and 15/20?

To subtract fractions 13/4 and 15/20 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 4 and 20 value i.e 20. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 5/2.

2. What is 13/4 minus 15/20 as a fraction?

13/4 minus 15/20 as a fraction is equal to 5/2.

3. How to subtract 13/4 and 15/20 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 13/4 and 15/20 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 5/2 quickly.