Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 15/3 and 9/8 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 15/3 and 9/8?

The given fractions are 15/3 and 9/8

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 15/3 and 9/8

15/3 - 9/8

The LCM of 3 and 8 (denominators of the fractions) is 24

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 24


= 15 x 8 - 9 x 3/24

= 120 - 27/24

= 93/24

= 31/8

Result: 31/8

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 15/3 and 9/8

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 15/3 and 9/8?

To subtract fractions 15/3 and 9/8 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 3 and 8 value i.e 24. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 31/8.

2. What is 15/3 minus 9/8 as a fraction?

15/3 minus 9/8 as a fraction is equal to 31/8.

3. How to subtract 15/3 and 9/8 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 15/3 and 9/8 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 31/8 quickly.