Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 10/15 and 1/2 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 10/15 and 1/2?

The given fractions are 10/15 and 1/2

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 10/15 and 1/2

10/15 - 1/2

The LCM of 15 and 2 (denominators of the fractions) is 30

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 30


= 10 x 2 - 1 x 15/30

= 20 - 15/30

= 5/30

= 1/6

Result: 1/6

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 10/15 and 1/2

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 10/15 and 1/2?

To subtract fractions 10/15 and 1/2 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 15 and 2 value i.e 30. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 1/6.

2. What is 10/15 minus 1/2 as a fraction?

10/15 minus 1/2 as a fraction is equal to 1/6.

3. How to subtract 10/15 and 1/2 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 10/15 and 1/2 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 1/6 quickly.