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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 20/18 and 13/9 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 20/18 and 13/9?

The given fractions are 20/18 and 13/9

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 20/18 and 13/9

20/18 - 13/9

The LCM of 18 and 9 (denominators of the fractions) is 18
3 18, 9
3 6, 3
2, 1

So the lcm of the given numbers is 3 x 3 x 2 x 1 = 18


= 20 x 1 - 13 x 2/18

= 20 - 26/18

= -6/18

= -1/3

Result: -1/3

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 20/18 and 13/9

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 20/18 and 13/9?

To subtract fractions 20/18 and 13/9 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 18 and 9 value i.e 18. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -1/3.

2. What is 20/18 minus 13/9 as a fraction?

20/18 minus 13/9 as a fraction is equal to -1/3.

3. How to subtract 20/18 and 13/9 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 20/18 and 13/9 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -1/3 quickly.