Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 11/5 and 8/15 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 11/5 and 8/15?

The given fractions are 11/5 and 8/15

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 11/5 and 8/15

11/5 - 8/15

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

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


= 11 x 3 - 8 x 1/15

= 33 - 8/15

= 25/15

= 5/3

Result: 5/3

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 11/5 and 8/15

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 11/5 and 8/15?

To subtract fractions 11/5 and 8/15 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 5 and 15 value i.e 15. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 5/3.

2. What is 11/5 minus 8/15 as a fraction?

11/5 minus 8/15 as a fraction is equal to 5/3.

3. How to subtract 11/5 and 8/15 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 11/5 and 8/15 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 5/3 quickly.