Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 8/13 and 18/8 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 8/13 and 18/8?

The given fractions are 8/13 and 18/8

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 8/13 and 18/8

8/13 - 18/8

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


= 8 x 8 - 18 x 13/104

= 64 - 234/104

= -170/104

= -85/52

Result: -85/52

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 8/13 and 18/8

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 8/13 and 18/8?

To subtract fractions 8/13 and 18/8 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 -85/52.

2. What is 8/13 minus 18/8 as a fraction?

8/13 minus 18/8 as a fraction is equal to -85/52.

3. How to subtract 8/13 and 18/8 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 8/13 and 18/8 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -85/52 quickly.