Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 13/4 and 7/8 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 7/8?

The given fractions are 13/4 and 7/8

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 13/4 and 7/8

13/4 - 7/8

The LCM of 4 and 8 (denominators of the fractions) is 8
2 4, 8
2 2, 4
1, 2

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 2 x 1 x 2 = 8


= 13 x 2 - 7 x 1/8

= 26 - 7/8

= 19/8

Result: 19/8

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 13/4 and 7/8

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 13/4 and 7/8?

To subtract fractions 13/4 and 7/8 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 4 and 8 value i.e 8. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 19/8.

2. What is 13/4 minus 7/8 as a fraction?

13/4 minus 7/8 as a fraction is equal to 19/8.

3. How to subtract 13/4 and 7/8 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 13/4 and 7/8 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 19/8 quickly.