Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 15/13 and 16/9 with the help of the handy tool Subtraction of Fractions Calculator and get the detailed step-by-step answer.




=

How do you Subtract Fractions 15/13 and 16/9?

The given fractions are 15/13 and 16/9

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 15/13 and 16/9

15/13 - 16/9

The LCM of 13 and 9 (denominators of the fractions) is 117

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 117


= 15 x 9 - 16 x 13/117

= 135 - 208/117

= -73/117

Result: -73/117

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 15/13 and 16/9

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 15/13 and 16/9?

To subtract fractions 15/13 and 16/9 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 13 and 9 value i.e 117. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -73/117.

2. What is 15/13 minus 16/9 as a fraction?

15/13 minus 16/9 as a fraction is equal to -73/117.

3. How to subtract 15/13 and 16/9 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 15/13 and 16/9 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -73/117 quickly.