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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 5/2 and 13/18 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 5/2 and 13/18?

The given fractions are 5/2 and 13/18

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 5/2 and 13/18

5/2 - 13/18

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

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 1 x 9 = 18


= 5 x 9 - 13 x 1/18

= 45 - 13/18

= 32/18

= 16/9

Result: 16/9

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 5/2 and 13/18

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 5/2 and 13/18?

To subtract fractions 5/2 and 13/18 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 2 and 18 value i.e 18. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 16/9.

2. What is 5/2 minus 13/18 as a fraction?

5/2 minus 13/18 as a fraction is equal to 16/9.

3. How to subtract 5/2 and 13/18 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 5/2 and 13/18 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 16/9 quickly.