Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


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

The given fractions are 10/15 and 2/1

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

10/15 - 2/1

The LCM of 15 and 1 (denominators of the fractions) is 15

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 15


= 10 x 1 - 2 x 15/15

= 10 - 30/15

= -20/15

= -4/3

Result: -4/3

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

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

To subtract fractions 10/15 and 2/1 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 15 and 1 value i.e 15. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -4/3.

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

10/15 minus 2/1 as a fraction is equal to -4/3.

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

You have to give these numbers 10/15 and 2/1 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -4/3 quickly.