Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 3/13 and 2/1 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 3/13 and 2/1?

The given fractions are 3/13 and 2/1

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 3/13 and 2/1

3/13 - 2/1

The LCM of 13 and 1 (denominators of the fractions) is 13

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 13


= 3 x 1 - 2 x 13/13

= 3 - 26/13

= -23/13

Result: -23/13

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 3/13 and 2/1

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 3/13 and 2/1?

To subtract fractions 3/13 and 2/1 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 13 and 1 value i.e 13. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -23/13.

2. What is 3/13 minus 2/1 as a fraction?

3/13 minus 2/1 as a fraction is equal to -23/13.

3. How to subtract 3/13 and 2/1 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 3/13 and 2/1 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -23/13 quickly.