Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


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

The given fractions are 13/9 and 20/15

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

13/9 - 20/15

The LCM of 9 and 15 (denominators of the fractions) is 45
3 9, 15
3, 5

So the lcm of the given numbers is 3 x 3 x 5 = 45


= 13 x 5 - 20 x 3/45

= 65 - 60/45

= 5/45

= 1/9

Result: 1/9

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

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

To subtract fractions 13/9 and 20/15 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 9 and 15 value i.e 45. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 1/9.

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

13/9 minus 20/15 as a fraction is equal to 1/9.

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

You have to give these numbers 13/9 and 20/15 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 1/9 quickly.