Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 15/8 and 5/19 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 5/19?

The given fractions are 15/8 and 5/19

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 15/8 and 5/19

15/8 - 5/19

The LCM of 8 and 19 (denominators of the fractions) is 152

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 152


= 15 x 19 - 5 x 8/152

= 285 - 40/152

= 245/152

Result: 245/152

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 15/8 and 5/19

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 15/8 and 5/19?

To subtract fractions 15/8 and 5/19 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 19 value i.e 152. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 245/152.

2. What is 15/8 minus 5/19 as a fraction?

15/8 minus 5/19 as a fraction is equal to 245/152.

3. How to subtract 15/8 and 5/19 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 15/8 and 5/19 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 245/152 quickly.