Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 11/15 and 12/5 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 11/15 and 12/5?

The given fractions are 11/15 and 12/5

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 11/15 and 12/5

11/15 - 12/5

The LCM of 15 and 5 (denominators of the fractions) is 15
5 15, 5
3, 1

So the lcm of the given numbers is 5 x 3 x 1 = 15


= 11 x 1 - 12 x 3/15

= 11 - 36/15

= -25/15

= -5/3

Result: -5/3

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 11/15 and 12/5

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 11/15 and 12/5?

To subtract fractions 11/15 and 12/5 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 15 and 5 value i.e 15. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -5/3.

2. What is 11/15 minus 12/5 as a fraction?

11/15 minus 12/5 as a fraction is equal to -5/3.

3. How to subtract 11/15 and 12/5 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 11/15 and 12/5 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -5/3 quickly.