To subtract fractions, we need to find a common denominator. The least common denominator for 15 and 25 is 75.
We need to express the fractions with denominators of 75.
For 13/15, we multiply the numerator and denominator by 5 to get:
(13 * 5) / (15 * 5) = 65/75.
For 2/25, we multiply the numerator and denominator by 3 to get:
(2 * 3) / (25 * 3) = 6/75.
Now, we can subtract these fractions.
65/75 - 6/75 = (65 - 6) / 75 = 59/75.
Therefore, the result of the operation is 59/75.
Perform the indicated operation.
13/15 - 2/25
(Type an integer or a fraction. Simplify your answer.)
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