Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 3/13 and 20/8 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 20/8?

The given fractions are 3/13 and 20/8

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 3/13 and 20/8

3/13 - 20/8

The LCM of 13 and 8 (denominators of the fractions) is 104

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 104


= 3 x 8 - 20 x 13/104

= 24 - 260/104

= -236/104

= -59/26

Result: -59/26

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 3/13 and 20/8

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 3/13 and 20/8?

To subtract fractions 3/13 and 20/8 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 13 and 8 value i.e 104. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -59/26.

2. What is 3/13 minus 20/8 as a fraction?

3/13 minus 20/8 as a fraction is equal to -59/26.

3. How to subtract 3/13 and 20/8 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 3/13 and 20/8 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -59/26 quickly.