Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 2/1 and 9/3 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 2/1 and 9/3?

The given fractions are 2/1 and 9/3

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 2/1 and 9/3

2/1 - 9/3

The LCM of 1 and 3 (denominators of the fractions) is 3

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 3


= 2 x 3 - 9 x 1/3

= 6 - 9/3

= -3/3

= -1/1

Result: -1/1

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 2/1 and 9/3

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 2/1 and 9/3?

To subtract fractions 2/1 and 9/3 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 1 and 3 value i.e 3. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -1/1.

2. What is 2/1 minus 9/3 as a fraction?

2/1 minus 9/3 as a fraction is equal to -1/1.

3. How to subtract 2/1 and 9/3 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 2/1 and 9/3 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -1/1 quickly.