Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


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

The given fractions are 15/8 and 15/3

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

15/8 - 15/3

The LCM of 8 and 3 (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 3 - 15 x 8/24

= 45 - 120/24

= -75/24

= -25/8

Result: -25/8

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

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

To subtract fractions 15/8 and 15/3 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 3 value i.e 24. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -25/8.

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

15/8 minus 15/3 as a fraction is equal to -25/8.

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

You have to give these numbers 15/8 and 15/3 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -25/8 quickly.