Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 3/15 and 20/13 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 3/15 and 20/13?

The given fractions are 3/15 and 20/13

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 3/15 and 20/13

3/15 - 20/13

The LCM of 15 and 13 (denominators of the fractions) is 195

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 195


= 3 x 13 - 20 x 15/195

= 39 - 300/195

= -261/195

= -87/65

Result: -87/65

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 3/15 and 20/13

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 3/15 and 20/13?

To subtract fractions 3/15 and 20/13 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 15 and 13 value i.e 195. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -87/65.

2. What is 3/15 minus 20/13 as a fraction?

3/15 minus 20/13 as a fraction is equal to -87/65.

3. How to subtract 3/15 and 20/13 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 3/15 and 20/13 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -87/65 quickly.