Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 2/13 and 5/4 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 2/13 and 5/4?

The given fractions are 2/13 and 5/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 2/13 and 5/4

2/13 - 5/4

The LCM of 13 and 4 (denominators of the fractions) is 52

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 52


= 2 x 4 - 5 x 13/52

= 8 - 65/52

= -57/52

Result: -57/52

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 2/13 and 5/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 2/13 and 5/4?

To subtract fractions 2/13 and 5/4 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 13 and 4 value i.e 52. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -57/52.

2. What is 2/13 minus 5/4 as a fraction?

2/13 minus 5/4 as a fraction is equal to -57/52.

3. How to subtract 2/13 and 5/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 2/13 and 5/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -57/52 quickly.