Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 13/8 and 17/15 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 13/8 and 17/15?

The given fractions are 13/8 and 17/15

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 13/8 and 17/15

13/8 - 17/15

The LCM of 8 and 15 (denominators of the fractions) is 120

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 120


= 13 x 15 - 17 x 8/120

= 195 - 136/120

= 59/120

Result: 59/120

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 13/8 and 17/15

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 13/8 and 17/15?

To subtract fractions 13/8 and 17/15 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 15 value i.e 120. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 59/120.

2. What is 13/8 minus 17/15 as a fraction?

13/8 minus 17/15 as a fraction is equal to 59/120.

3. How to subtract 13/8 and 17/15 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 13/8 and 17/15 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 59/120 quickly.