Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 5/2 and 13/6 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 13/6?

The given fractions are 5/2 and 13/6

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 5/2 and 13/6

5/2 - 13/6

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

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 1 x 3 = 6


= 5 x 3 - 13 x 1/6

= 15 - 13/6

= 2/6

= 1/3

Result: 1/3

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 5/2 and 13/6

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 5/2 and 13/6?

To subtract fractions 5/2 and 13/6 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 2 and 6 value i.e 6. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 1/3.

2. What is 5/2 minus 13/6 as a fraction?

5/2 minus 13/6 as a fraction is equal to 1/3.

3. How to subtract 5/2 and 13/6 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 5/2 and 13/6 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 1/3 quickly.