Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 15/4 and 5/4 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 15/4 and 5/4?

The given fractions are 15/4 and 5/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 15/4 and 5/4

15/4 - 5/4

If the L.C.M of the denominators of the both fractions 15/4 and 5/4 are same, the numerators are subtracted directly taking the similar integer as the denominator

= 15 - 5/4

= 10/4

= 5/2

Result: 5/2

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 15/4 and 5/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 15/4 and 5/4?

To subtract fractions 15/4 and 5/4 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 4 and 4 value i.e 4. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 5/2.

2. What is 15/4 minus 5/4 as a fraction?

15/4 minus 5/4 as a fraction is equal to 5/2.

3. How to subtract 15/4 and 5/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 15/4 and 5/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 5/2 quickly.